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Liberty Global Acquires Majority Stake in Formula E.

The media giant now controls 65% of the all-electric racing series after purchasing shares from Warner Bros. Discovery.

  • Liberty Global increases its stake in Formula E from 35% to 65%, gaining control of the series.
  • The financial details of the transaction remain undisclosed, pending regulatory approval.
  • Formula E's CEO highlights the need for capital and conviction to sustain the series' growth.
  • The racing series boasts a global viewership of nearly 400 million and a 17-race calendar.
  • Formula E aims to challenge Formula One with advancements in car technology and performance.
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