Data & Analytics

21
Oct
Apple’s $140M F1 Deal Redefines US Broadcast Landscape: Streaming Takes the Pole

Apple’s $140M F1 Deal Redefines US Broadcast Landscape: Streaming Takes the Pole

Formula 1’s new $140 million-per-year deal with Apple, starting in 2026, boosts US broadcast revenue by 55% — marking the sport’s bold shift toward digital-first streaming dominance.
6 min read
25
Sep
Liberty Media’s $4.5B MotoGP Takeover Puts $400M U.S. Market in Play by 2027

Liberty Media’s $4.5B MotoGP Takeover Puts $400M U.S. Market in Play by 2027

Liberty Media’s €4.2B MotoGP acquisition signals a shift in U.S. motorsports economics. With 2B annual fan impressions and a $400M revenue target by 2027, MotoGP is set to follow Formula 1’s rapid expansion under Liberty’s strategy.
5 min read
16
Sep
MX-5 Cup’s 50-Point 2025 Thriller Signals High-Potential Boost for IMSA

MX-5 Cup’s 50-Point 2025 Thriller Signals High-Potential Boost for IMSA

The 2025 MX-5 Cup championship is separated by just 50 points, with Jeremy Fletcher and Nathan Nicholson locked in a parity-driven duel. This fierce competition showcases the series’ ability to captivate fans and strengthen IMSA’s event appeal.
6 min read
11
Sep
Private Equity Eyes Supercars Championship in 15% Growth Push

Private Equity Eyes Supercars Championship in 15% Growth Push

Private equity is accelerating into motorsports, with valuations climbing 15% annually across PE-backed teams. Australia’s Supercars Championship is emerging as a prime target, combining regional dominance with scalable global potential.
5 min read
04
Sep
F1's U.S. Surge: 17% Growth Signals Billion-Dollar Opportunity

F1's U.S. Surge: 17% Growth Signals Billion-Dollar Opportunity

Formula 1’s U.S. audience grew 17% in 2025, signaling one of the sport’s most lucrative markets. This surge highlights billion-dollar sponsorship and media opportunities, reshaping the growth strategy of motorsports in America.
6 min read
19
Aug
Why F1 Buyers Spent Over $2,400 Each in Vegas—Even as Occupancy Collapses 6.5%

Why F1 Buyers Spent Over $2,400 Each in Vegas—Even as Occupancy Collapses 6.5%

F1’s Las Vegas Grand Prix drew big spenders in 2024, with visitors shelling out over $2,400 each on non-race expenses—nearly double the average tourist spend. Yet, hotel occupancy in the city fell 6.5% in 2025, revealing a unique contrast between motorsports demand and broader tourism trends.
5 min read
12
Aug
Fox's $135M IndyCar Stake Ignites 31% Viewership Boom: A Game-Changer for  U.S. Open-Wheel Racing

Fox's $135M IndyCar Stake Ignites 31% Viewership Boom: A Game-Changer for U.S. Open-Wheel Racing

Fox’s $135M stake in IndyCar is more than a cash infusion—it’s a broadcast-backed bet on long-term fan growth. Viewership is up 31%, and the media model is shifting. Here’s why this deal could reshape open-wheel racing in the U.S.
6 min read
07
Aug
The Rise of Two-Car Teams in SRO: Mid-Tier Entries Surge 25% in 2025

The Rise of Two-Car Teams in SRO: Mid-Tier Entries Surge 25% in 2025

Mid-tier SRO teams are scaling up in 2025, with two-car entries jumping 25%. This signals a strategic shift as budget-conscious teams chase visibility and ROI.
5 min read
31
Jul
Sponsorship Shadow Game: Why Mid-Pack SRO Cars Deliver More Value Than Pole-Sitters

Sponsorship Shadow Game: Why Mid-Pack SRO Cars Deliver More Value Than Pole-Sitters

Mid-pack SRO cars were shown on screen 18% longer than pole sitters at Sonoma 2024. This article unpacks how sponsor ROI hides in plain sight.
6 min read
14
Jul
I Started a Company to Fix a Blind Spot in Racing

I Started a Company to Fix a Blind Spot in Racing

I started Vantage. Motorsports Event Analytics to fix a blind spot in racing. In this industry, some teams have entire
4 min read