TV3 confirms deal to broadcast cross-channel racing

TV3 Group director of broadcasting Niall Cogney last night spoke of his delight after the station confirmed they have agreed a four-year deal with Racecourse Media Group (RMG) to broadcast up to 50 days a year of racing from Britain.

TV3 and 3e will broadcast exclusive Irish terrestrial coverage of premium National Hunt meetings including the four-day Cheltenham Festival in March and the three-day Aintree Grand National meeting in April.

Highlights from the Flat include the Guineas Festival at Newmarket in May, Glorious Goodwood in August, the Ebor Festival at York the same month and British Champions Day at Ascot in October.