Sports in the streaming era is a messy affair, and Venu Sports is a prime example of that.The planned new streaming bundle from Disney, FOX, and Warner Bros was going to launch last fall, but it’s now been canceled before even having the chance to arrive.Venu Sports discontinued before ever launching The three partners behind Venu Sports—Disney, FOX, and Warner Bros.
Discovery—released a joint statement today confirming plans for the streamer have been discontinued.Here’s the statement: It’s a surprise turn of events, largely because of the Venu-related news that happened earlier this week.On Monday, Disney and Fubo announced it would be merging two of its businesses and, as a result, the outstanding Fubo lawsuit was settled.
Venu Sports was originally planning to launch last fall for $42.99 as a sports super-bundle.It would bring together the significant collective sports rights held by the three partners companies.But Fubo sued over anti-competitive concerns and the service was blocked from launching.
9to5Mac’s Take I assumed, as I expect many others did, that this week’s Disney-Fubo deal meant Venu would launch imminently.Now, it seems, Venu Sports has been canceled before ever having a chance to succeed.In some ways it makes sense, since Disney has its flagship new ESPN streaming service launching this fall anyways.
But it’s still a surprising end that highlights how difficult it’s been for companies to transition sports into the streaming era.How do you feel about Venu Sports being cancelled? Were you planning to subscribe? Let us know in the comments.Best TV and Home accessories Anti-slip silicone case for Apple TV Siri Remote, AirTag compatible AirPods Pro 2 (now just $179, down from $249) HomeKit smart plug 4-pack TP-Link Tapo 2K camera with HomeKit Secure Video OREiN color changing light bulb 2-pack You’re reading 9to5Mac — experts who break news about Apple and its surrounding ecosystem, day after day.
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