WTCC secures Portuguese rights deal

Portuguese commercial broadcaster TVI has acquired rights to the World Touring Car Championship motor racing series.

The agreement with WTCC promoter Eurosport Events means TVI will cover the Race of Portugal, which this season takes place on June 23-25.

TVI will show both the opening race and main race live on TVI24 with additional coverage set to feature on TVI’s main news programmes and digital platforms. The agreement also includes the provision for highlights of all races from the ongoing 2017 season to be broadcast on TVI.

Portuguese driver Tiago Monteiro won the Race of Portugal at Vila Real last season for the factory Honda team, while the WTCC has further Portuguese interest through Manuel Fernandes.