Peyton Manning's company helps WSOP return to ESPN
Peyton Manning's media company has reached an agreement with ESPN to bring the World Series of Poker WSOP broadcast back to ESPN. The two parties will collaborate to produce content for the 2024 summer WSOP events, including the Main Event and multiple gold bracelet events, which will air on ESPN platforms. This move marks WSOP's return to ESPN after many years, offering poker enthusiasts broader access to view the action.
Broadcast Rights Return
According to industry sources, Peyton Manning's media company Omaha Productions has signed a cooperation agreement with ESPN to bring the World Series of Poker (WSOP) broadcast rights back to ESPN. WSOP previously aired on ESPN for many years but moved to other platforms in recent years. This partnership is expected to cover the 2024 summer WSOP events, including the Main Event and multiple gold bracelet events.
Peyton Manning's Involvement
Peyton Manning, a legendary NFL quarterback, transitioned to the media field after retirement. His company Omaha Productions focuses on sports content production. Teaming up with ESPN this time, Manning will serve as executive producer to ensure the broadcast is both professional and entertaining. He said: "Poker is a sport full of strategy and psychological warfare. We are delighted to cooperate with ESPN to bring the excitement of WSOP to global audiences."
Impact and Outlook
The return of WSOP to ESPN is seen as a major milestone for poker broadcasting. ESPN has a broad sports audience, and this move is expected to attract more new players to poker. At the same time, ESPN plans to introduce innovative formats such as multi-camera angles, real-time data analysis, and player interviews to enhance the viewing experience. The poker community has responded enthusiastically, looking forward to higher-quality live broadcasts.
About WSOP
The World Series of Poker began in 1970, held annually in Las Vegas, featuring dozens of poker events. The Main Event has a buy-in of $10,000, and the champion's prize usually reaches millions of dollars. WSOP is the most influential poker event brand in the world, and its broadcast rights have always been a target for major sports media.
FAQ
- It is expected to air in summer 2024. Specific schedule and dates have not been announced yet. Please follow ESPN for further updates.