Virgin Media customers who frequently watch Eurosport will receive free access to TNT Sports for the remainder of their contract, as Eurosport channels are set to shut down in the UK. Warner Bros Discovery, the owner of both channels, is making the move to consolidate content offerings. The offer is a temporary measure to ease the transition for loyal Eurosport viewers.
VIRGIN Media customers should check their emails for a bittersweet TV upgrade in light of a major channel's imminent closure.Much of the content is expected to move to TNT Sports channels, which is owned by the same company, Warner Bros Discovery .
Customers have reported already receiving an email alerting them of the upgrade, so others should also check. "We have already contacted these customers to advise them of the channel closure and of the options available to them to continue to access Eurosport content."The channel will continue to exist in other markets outside of the UK.
TNT SPORTS Eurosport WARNER BROS DISCOVERY STREAMING CABLE TV
United Kingdom Latest News, United Kingdom Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
Eurosport Channels to Shutter, Content Moves to TNT Sports: Big Changes for UK Sports FansTwo Eurosport channels will be discontinued next month, with their content shifting to TNT Sports. This change will impact viewers who currently access Eurosport at no extra cost through certain Sky, EE, and Virgin Media packages. While some new Sky contracts will include Discovery+ as a standard perk, others may face increased monthly bills. Freeview users, however, stand to benefit from enhanced sports offerings on the Quest channel, gaining access to MotoGP Sprint races, a new cycling show, and highlights from major cycling events. Warner Bros. Discovery, the company behind both Eurosport and TNT Sports, has not yet revealed how Eurosport content will be integrated into TNT's programming or if a new service will be launched.
Read more »
Eurosport to Disappear from British TV, Fans Face Price HikeEurosport will be discontinued on British television next month, leading to a significant price increase for sports fans. Warner Bros Discovery is consolidating its sports programming onto TNT Sports channels in the UK and Ireland. The switch will affect sports like snooker, cycling, and tennis, which are currently shown on Eurosport for free on Sky TV and Virgin Media packages or for £6.99 per month on Discovery+. To continue watching these sports live, fans will now need to subscribe to the £30.99 per month TNT Sports package, which includes football, rugby, boxing, UFC, motorsport, and more.
Read more »
Virgin Media Cuts Up to £504 Off TV Packages in Winter SaleVirgin Media is offering significant savings on its TV packages in its winter sale, with discounts of up to £504 on its Biggest Combo bundle. Customers who opt for the 18-month plan will enjoy a reduced monthly rate of £69, down from £97. The sale also includes discounts on the Bigger Combo Bundle and Bigger Combo + Sports HD M500+ plans.
Read more »
Virgin Media slashes TV plans by up to £504 in Winter SaleVirgin Media is offering significant savings on its TV bundles, with up to £504 off in its Winter Sale. Customers can bundle Sky Sports, broadband, Sky Cinema, TV channels, and Netflix into one package.
Read more »
Alert issued for major change for Virgin Media O2 customersThe change effects customers of O2, Virgin as well as other brands which use the VMO2 network of mobile phone masts
Read more »
Beloved TV channel shuts down today on Sky and Virgin Media after ten years of broadcasting...TV newsreader shares emotional ‘goodbye’ message to viewers as channel closes for good after 11 years
Read more »