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Web Release
20 hours ago
- Automotive
- Web Release
JEDDAH E-PRIX DOUBLE-HEADER BECOMES MOST-WATCHED FORMULA E WEEKEND IN HISTORY, DATA ANALYSIS SHOWS
Saudi Arabia continues to make history on the global motorsport stage, as the ABB FIA Formula E World Championship confirmed that the 2025 Jeddah E-Prix double-header became the most-watched Formula E weekend in history, with an unprecedented 65 million global cumulative viewers, according to data analysis from Kantar Media. Held under the lights of the iconic Jeddah Corniche Circuit on February 14-15, the races marked the championship's thrilling debut in the Red Sea city after six successful seasons in Diriyah. Jeddah's unique night racing spectacle, coupled with a state-of-the-art circuit and electric atmosphere, has cemented the Kingdom's growing reputation as a premier destination for world-class motorsport. Jeddah is confirmed to once again host the only double-header night races on the Formula E calendar in Season 12, which will be held on February 13-14, 2026. In addition to the record-setting Jeddah rounds, Formula E has seen exceptional growth this season with the data analysis showing unprecedented audience growth across TV and social media for the first half of the 2024-25 season, with its cumulative audience due to surpass 500 million by the end of Season 11. Digital audiences analysed through Emplifi have also shown impressive growth, with social video views and engagement up 13% and 12% respectively, underscoring the vibrant and interactive fan community the series continues to build. The ABB FIA Formula E World Championship's 11th season – which started in São Paulo in December 2024 and will culminate in London on July 26-27 – has so far delivered some of the most exciting racing action in world motorsport, while continually pushing the boundaries of electric performance. So far this season, its 22 world-class drivers have engaged in intense, head-to-head competition, captivating fans with epic battles on iconic circuits and nail-biting finishes at new venues. Fans around the globe have tuned in and turned up in greater numbers than ever before, drawn by compelling racing and a shared vision for sustainable and cutting-edge innovation. Highlights from the series' latest TV and audience analysis include: The Jeddah double-header (Rounds 3 & 4) smashed records with 65 million global cumulative viewers, making it the most-watched Formula E weekend in history. Mexico City (Round 2) delivered the highest ever single-race TV audience in Formula E history, with a cumulative global audience of 44 million. In the United States, CBS' coverage of Mexico City set a new benchmark as the most-watched Formula E broadcast ever in the country, reaching 11 million viewers. In France, Round 8 in Monaco delivered a 25% increase in viewership compared to Season 10's race. Tokyo (Rounds 9) saw the biggest Formula E TV audience ever in Japan, with the race recording a 20% higher audience than S10 on Fuji TV. From new fans discovering the championship to loyal supporters tuning in week after week, Formula E is fast becoming one of the most dynamic and relevant sports properties on the planet. On social media, Formula E's dynamic video content and behind-the-scenes action continue to capture hearts and drive engagement from fans: +13% YoY increase in video views +12% YoY growth in social engagements +10% YoY growth in social media followers Jeff Dodds, CEO of Formula E, said: 'The latest figures from our external providers are truly phenomenal and show the tremendous momentum behind the growth of our sport. They highlight that not only do we have world-leading technology and acceleration in the cars, but that it's producing some of the best most-competitive racing that old and new fans can't get enough of. 'We're building fan bases and fan loyalty in key and new markets, with Mexico and the US examples of where our investment and longevity in the market is paying dividends. As the world's fastest growing motorsport though, we know we can't stand still. We know we need to continue offering the best racing, the best rivalries and the best most-inclusive events to continue on our steep trajectory and build a strong community of electric super fans.'
Al Bawaba
a day ago
- Automotive
- Al Bawaba
Jeddah E-prix Double-header Becomes Most-watched Formula E Weekend in History, Data Analysis Shows
Saudi Arabia continues to make history on the global motorsport stage, as the ABB FIA Formula E World Championship confirmed that the 2025 Jeddah E-Prix double-header became the most-watched Formula E weekend in history, with an unprecedented 65 million global cumulative viewers, according to data analysis from Kantar under the lights of the iconic Jeddah Corniche Circuit on February 14-15, the races marked the championship's thrilling debut in the Red Sea city after six successful seasons in Diriyah. Jeddah's unique night racing spectacle, coupled with a state-of-the-art circuit and electric atmosphere, has cemented the Kingdom's growing reputation as a premier destination for world-class is confirmed to once again host the only double-header night races on the Formula E calendar in Season 12, which will be held on February 13-14, addition to the record-setting Jeddah rounds, Formula E has seen exceptional growth this season with the data analysis showing unprecedented audience growth across TV and social media for the first half of the 2024-25 season, with its cumulative audience due to surpass 500 million by the end of Season audiences analysed through Emplifi have also shown impressive growth, with social video views and engagement up 13% and 12% respectively, underscoring the vibrant and interactive fan community the series continues to ABB FIA Formula E World Championship's 11th season - which started in São Paulo in December 2024 and will culminate in London on July 26-27 - has so far delivered some of the most exciting racing action in world motorsport, while continually pushing the boundaries of electric far this season, its 22 world-class drivers have engaged in intense, head-to-head competition, captivating fans with epic battles on iconic circuits and nail-biting finishes at new around the globe have tuned in and turned up in greater numbers than ever before, drawn by compelling racing and a shared vision for sustainable and cutting-edge from the series' latest TV and audience analysis include:The Jeddah double-header (Rounds 3 & 4) smashed records with 65 million global cumulative viewers, making it the most-watched Formula E weekend in City (Round 2) delivered the highest ever single-race TV audience in Formula E history, with a cumulative global audience of 44 the United States, CBS' coverage of Mexico City set a new benchmark as the most-watched Formula E broadcast ever in the country, reaching 11 million France, Round 8 in Monaco delivered a 25% increase in viewership compared to Season 10's (Rounds 9) saw the biggest Formula E TV audience ever in Japan, with the race recording a 20% higher audience than S10 on Fuji new fans discovering the championship to loyal supporters tuning in week after week, Formula E is fast becoming one of the most dynamic and relevant sports properties on the social media, Formula E's dynamic video content and behind-the-scenes action continue to capture hearts and drive engagement from fans:+13% YoY increase in video views+12% YoY growth in social engagements+10% YoY growth in social media followersJeff Dodds, CEO of Formula E, said: 'The latest figures from our external providers are truly phenomenal and show the tremendous momentum behind the growth of our sport. They highlight that not only do we have world-leading technology and acceleration in the cars, but that it's producing some of the best most-competitive racing that old and new fans can't get enough of." 'We're building fan bases and fan loyalty in key and new markets, with Mexico and the US examples of where our investment and longevity in the market is paying dividends. As the world's fastest growing motorsport though, we know we can't stand still. We know we need to continue offering the best racing, the best rivalries and the best most-inclusive events to continue on our steep trajectory and build a strong community of electric super fans.'
Arab News
a day ago
- Automotive
- Arab News
Jeddah E-prix double-header becomes most-watched Formula E weekend in history
JEDDAH: The ABB FIA Formula E World Championship has confirmed that the 2025 Jeddah E-Prix double-header became the most-watched Formula E weekend in history with a record 65 million viewers, according to data analysis released by Kantar Media on Thursday. For the latest updates, follow us @ArabNewsSport Held under the lights of the iconic Jeddah Corniche Circuit on Feb. 14-15, the races marked the championship's thrilling debut in the Red Sea city after six successful seasons in Diriyah. Jeddah's unique night racing spectacle, coupled with a state-of-the-art circuit and electric atmosphere, has cemented Saudi Arabia's growing reputation as a premier destination for world-class motorsport, said a media statement. It added that Jeddah is confirmed to once again host the only double-header night races on the Formula E calendar in Season 12, which will be held on Feb. 13-14, 2026. According to Jeff Dodds, CEO of Formula E, the latest figures from their external providers are truly phenomenal and show the tremendous momentum behind the growth of the sport. 'They highlight that not only do we have world-leading technology and acceleration in the cars, but that it's producing some of the best most-competitive racing that old and new fans can't get enough of,' said Dodds. He revealed that they are building fan bases and fan loyalty in key and new markets, with Mexico and the US examples of where their investment and longevity in the market is paying dividends. 'As the world's fastest growing motorsport though, we know we can't stand still. We know we need to continue offering the best racing, the best rivalries and the best most-inclusive events to continue on our steep trajectory and build a strong community of electric super fans,' added Dodds. In addition to the record-setting Jeddah rounds, Formula E has seen exceptional growth this season with the data analysis showing unprecedented audience growth across TV and social media for the first half of the 2024-25 season, with its cumulative audience due to surpass 500 million by the end of Season 11. Digital audiences analysed through Emplifi have also shown impressive growth, with social video views and engagement up 13 percent and 12 percent respectively, underscoring the vibrant and interactive fan community the series continues to build. The ABB FIA Formula E World Championship's 11th season — which started in Sao Paulo in December 2024 and will culminate in London on July 26-27 — has so far delivered some of the most exciting racing action in world motorsport, while continually pushing the boundaries of electric performance. So far this season, its 22 world-class drivers have engaged in intense, head-to-head competition, captivating fans with epic battles on iconic circuits and nail-biting finishes at new venues. Fans around the globe have tuned in and turned up in greater numbers than ever before, drawn by compelling racing and a shared vision for sustainable and cutting-edge innovation, added the statement.
Time of India
2 days ago
- Automotive
- Time of India
Formula E sees massive growth in TV viewership and social media, set to surpass 500 million by end of Season 11
Image credit: Formula E Formula E has witnessed a steep rise in audience growth across television and social media during the first half of the 2024–25 season, with projections suggesting the sport could surpass 500 million viewers by the end of Season 11. While the Mexico E-Prix was the most-watched race in the US, the Jeddah double-header set a new benchmark as the most-watched Formula E weekend in history. Formula E Season 11 races draw larger audiences than ever before According to the latest figures from Kantar Media, a record-breaking cumulative audience of 44 million tuned in to watch the Mexico E-Prix — Round 2 of the season held in January. It became the most-watched Formula E race in the US, with CBS coverage of the event reaching 11 million viewers. — FIAFormulaE (@FIAFormulaE) The Jeddah double-header (Rounds 3 and 4) drew 65 million global cumulative viewers, setting a new all-time high for a Formula E weekend. Meanwhile, the Monaco E-Prix (Round 8) delivered a 25 percent increase in viewership compared to the same race in Season 10. The Tokyo E-Prix (Round 9) also broke records in Japan, registering the highest-ever Formula E TV audience in the country — a 20 percent rise over Season 10's numbers on Fuji TV. Digital audiences have also shown notable growth. Data from Emplifi revealed a 13 percent increase in social video views and a 12 percent rise in engagement, underscoring the vibrant and interactive fan community that continues to grow around the sport. Jeff Dodds on Formula E's popularity Commenting on the surge in popularity, Formula E CEO Jeff Dodds said, 'The latest figures from our external providers are truly phenomenal and show the tremendous momentum behind the growth of our sport. They highlight that not only do we have world-leading technology and acceleration in the cars, but that it's producing some of the best, most competitive racing that both old and new fans can't get enough of.' 'We're building fan bases and loyalty in key and emerging markets, with Mexico and the US as prime examples of how our investment and long-term presence are paying off. As the world's fastest-growing motorsport, we know we can't stand still. We must continue delivering the best racing, the best rivalries, and the most inclusive events to maintain our steep growth trajectory and strengthen our community of electric super fans,' he added. Also Read: Dan Ticktum shares unfiltered pictures and a note after Jakarta win, mentions losing F1 chance: 'It wasn't down to my attitude' The current season of the ABB FIA Formula E World Championship began in Sao Paulo in December 2024 and will conclude in London at the end of July 2025. A total of 22 drivers from 11 teams are competing in Season 11. Game On Season 1 continues with Mirabai Chanu's inspiring story. Watch Episode 2 here.
Yahoo
24-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
£150k in savings? Here's how to unlock an £11,250 passive income overnight
Putting money to work in the stock market is a fantastic way to establish a passive income stream in the long run. But for prudent savers who've built a substantial pile of cash savings, unlocking a big second income can be done overnight. Obviously, having £150,000 sitting in the bank isn't a luxury everyone in Britain has. In fact, a recent survey by Finder discovered that the average savings account for 55+ year-olds is only £27,949. However, a study by Kantar Media has estimated that around 9% of adults in the UK (roughly 4.9m people) have savings in excess of £100,000. So let's explore how these six-figure savings can be transformed into £11,250 of passive income. Right now, the FTSE 100 sits at an average dividend yield of 3.5%. And thanks to the invention of low-cost index tracker funds, replicating this yield can be done in a single transaction. Apart from achieving instant diversification across Britain's 100 largest publicly-traded companies, a £150,000 investment would immediately start generating a £5,250 passive income. What's more, historically, the FTSE 100's proven to be a relatively stable index. When compared against the likes of the higher growth FTSE 250 or tech-heavy S&P 500, the UK's flagship companies have endured significantly lower levels of volatility as well as superior dividend stability. Needless to say, that's an attractive attribute for investors with lower levels of risk tolerance. Despite the advantages of index investing, it does have notable drawbacks, especially when it comes to opportunity cost. A 3.5% yield pales in comparison to some of the offerings from individual stocks within the index. For example, British American Tobacco's (LSE:BATS) currently yielding more than double at 7.5%. And at this rate, a £150,000 investment equates to a £11,250 instant passive income stream. We have to remember, of course, that it isn't guaranteed to always generate that amount. Ignoring any potential ESG concerns of investing in a tobacco business, there's a lot to like about this enterprise. Most notable is the firm's tremendous track record of hiking shareholder payouts for 27 years in a row. At the same time, the global presence of its brands helps generate a diversified revenue stream while commanding a loyal customer base. Of course, no business is risk-free. And in the case of British American Tobacco, there's the increasingly hostile regulatory environment to consider. Through a combination of increasingly stricter regulations paired with rising health awareness, the global smoking rate has been gradually falling. For reference, the World Health Organisation estimates 22.3% of the world's population smoke as of 2020 compared to 34.1% in 2000. And this downward trend has continued since. The tobacco industry isn't blind to this trend. Price hikes have helped offset the impact and maintain cash flows to expand and sustain dividends. But in the long run, companies like British American Tobacco are looking to healthier smoking-alternative products to secure their future. Whether these will be capable of replacing lost tobacco cash flows is a risk that investors must weigh carefully. But with a track record of defying expectations, this business might be worth a closer look by those seeking to transform their savings into a passive income stream. The post £150k in savings? Here's how to unlock an £11,250 passive income overnight appeared first on The Motley Fool UK. More reading 5 Stocks For Trying To Build Wealth After 50 One Top Growth Stock from the Motley Fool Zaven Boyrazian has no position in any of the shares mentioned. The Motley Fool UK has recommended British American Tobacco P.l.c. Views expressed on the companies mentioned in this article are those of the writer and therefore may differ from the official recommendations we make in our subscription services such as Share Advisor, Hidden Winners and Pro. Here at The Motley Fool we believe that considering a diverse range of insights makes us better investors. Motley Fool UK 2025 Error while retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error while retrieving data Error while retrieving data Error while retrieving data Error while retrieving data
