Global Television and Fox Sports Australia in new 3-year Australian Open deal

Global Television is proud to have been reappointed the preferred facilities provider to Fox Sports Australia for the broadcaster’s Australian Open tennis coverage.

The new three-year agreement, which commences with the 2012 tournament at Melbourne Park, confirms Global Television’s market-leading technology and expertise.

Over 22 days, 32 skilled Global Television technicians will deliver up to 258 hours of live High Definition Australian Open coverage to Fox Sports.

Fox Sports Australia Outside Broadcast Manager Steve Barnes said: “The Australian Open is one of the leading events on our summer calendar.

“We have extended our relationship with Global Television for the Australian Open because Global has the latest technical resources and their high calibre team thoroughly understands our requirements.”

Global Television Sales Director Andy Armstrong said: “Global Television takes pride in delivering exceptional live outside broadcasts.

“Having Fox Sports renew our partnership for the Australian Open is testament to the results we have achieved over the past four years. We look forward to working with the Fox Sports team towards another three years of outstanding Australian Open coverage.”