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MBC to broadcast Extreme E, Extreme H in MENA

October 3, 2025

Extreme E and Extreme H have announced a broadcast partnership with MBC Group, the MENA media company.

The action begins in Qiddiya City, Saudi Arabia with Extreme E’s Final Lap on October 4th to 5th, a celebratory farewell to electric racing, followed by the launch of the inaugural FIA Extreme H World Cup on October 9th to 11th.

The agreement ensures that all Extreme E and FIA Extreme H World Cup programming – including live race coverage, highlights, preview shows and behind-the-scenes features – will be broadcast across the MENA region in English, Arabic and Fasi, reaching millions of households and making sustainable motorsport accessible to a diverse audience. The presence of Jameel Motorsport, a Saudi Arabian-owned team competing in Extreme H, further deepens the local connection.

Ali Russell, Managing Director of Extreme E and Extreme H, commented: “MBC is a powerhouse broadcaster in the region and Saudi Arabia we are delighted to partner with them for the historic Final Lap of Extreme E, and the inaugural event for the FIA Extreme H World Cup. “This partnership ensures fans across the Middle East and North Africa can enjoy every moment of our championships in their own language, while highlighting Saudi Arabia’s central role in shaping the future of sustainable motorsport.”

Ashraf Younis, Director of MBC3 and MBC Action, added: “Extreme E and Extreme H are unique, forward-looking sports properties that align perfectly with our vision to bring innovative, world-class entertainment to our audiences. With the opening round of Extreme H taking place right here in Saudi Arabia, and a Saudi team competing on the grid, this is a proud moment for our region. We are excited to showcase these thrilling championships and introduce fans across the MENA region to the future of sustainable motorsport.”

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