Overview
- Alex Schlüter, known for his roles at DAZN and Prime Video, will begin hosting ARD's Sportschau starting with the 2025/26 Bundesliga season.
- Alexander Bommes, a mainstay of Sportschau since 2012, will scale back his live-sport hosting responsibilities to focus on entertainment and informational formats within ARD.
- Schlüter will complete his final assignment at Prime Video during Wimbledon, starting June 30, before transitioning to ARD.
- Esther Sedlaczek and Lea Wagner remain contracted with ARD through 2029, ensuring continuity in coverage of major football tournaments, Olympic events, and other sports.
- The reshuffling strengthens ARD’s Sportschau team, blending seasoned experience with fresh talent to maintain its prominence in German sports broadcasting.