Sky 3D to screen ESPN FA Cup Final

April 26, 2011   ·   0 Comments

ESPN’s FA Cup Final coverage is to be broadcast live in 3D on Sky’s dedicated 3D TV channel.  The announcement sees the two broadcasters continue their collaboration on 3D content after Sky delivered coverage of ESPN’s Winter X Games 15 in February on Sky 3D.

ESPN’s 3D coverage of Manchester City v Stoke City in the Final – between 2.30pm and after the presentation of the trophy to the winning team – will be part of a multi-faceted FA Cup Final day that also includes 12 hours of FA Cup programming on ESPN and ESPN HD.  Like the ESPN and ESPN HD coverage, ESPN’s 3D coverage on Sky 3D will be commercial-free from 2.30pm until after the trophy presentation.

Sky World subscribers with a Sky+HD box and a 3D TV will be able to watch the 2011 FA Cup Final in 3D.  It will also be available in the more than 1500 Sky 3D pubs nationwide.

ESPN 3D coverage of this year’s FA Cup Final at Wembley Stadium will be directed and designed by ESPN, with ESPN punditry, commentary, studio and on-screen graphics.

Murray Barnett, vice president of ESPN Media Distribution said : “ESPN is extremely proud to have been at the forefront of the development of 3D sports coverage, and are very excited to work with other companies like Sky that are leading the way as well,” said . “Sports have proven to be a driver for technology and innovation repeatedly through the years, and that continues today with 3D TV. Bringing ESPN 3D’s production of great events like the FA Cup Final the Winter X Games and more to fans on Sky 3D will help showcase the new dimension that technology has made possible.”

John Cassy, Channel Director, Sky 3D added “Sky’s 3D story continues at pace.  Working with high quality channel partners such as ESPN means that we can continue to extend the choice of high quality 3D content for customers.   With Sky Sports continuing to break new ground, and with the addition of the best of EPSN’s live 3D coverage, Sky’s customers are enjoying the richest 3D experience available.”

The two companies have said they will continue to explore additional ESPN 3D events that can be delivered to Sky 3D customers, with further announcements due shortly.

 

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