beIN Asia Pacific has secured exclusive broadcast rights for The Championships, Wimbledon, in Southeast Asia and Hong Kong from 2027 to 2031. This deal, which enhances its partnership with The All England Lawn Tennis Club (AELTC), aims to expand the tournament's reach among fans in the region.
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Starting in 2027, viewers in Brunei, Cambodia, Timor-Leste, Hong Kong, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, the Philippines, Singapore, and Thailand will be able to exclusively watch Wimbledon on beIN SPORTS and beIN SPORTS Connect.
The agreement enhances beIN SPORTS' tennis offerings in Asia, adding to its recently extended Wimbledon broadcast rights for the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) until 2030.
Mike Kerr, Managing Director of beIN Asia Pacific, stated that the agreement would strengthen the broadcaster's connection with tennis enthusiasts while expanding its audience across the region. He emphasized the significance of Wimbledon as not just a tennis event but a cultural moment, expressing pride in bringing The Championships to viewers in Southeast Asia and Hong Kong.
Paul Davies, Associate Director of Broadcast, Production, and Media Rights at the All England Club, expressed excitement about the extended partnership with beIN MEDIA GROUP, highlighting the quality of coverage provided in the past. He noted that incorporating Southeast Asia and Hong Kong into beIN's portfolio is a pivotal development for their relationship.
The deal further solidifies beIN SPORTS’ international tennis portfolio by complementing its exclusive rights to all four Grand Slams in MENA and its existing exclusive Wimbledon coverage in France. Through this expanded agreement, both beIN Asia Pacific and the AELTC aim to engage more fans and grow Wimbledon’s audience in the region.