What Is Eurosport?
Eurosport is a pan-European sports broadcaster owned by Warner Bros. Discovery. Founded in 1989, it has become one of Europe's most widely distributed sports channels, available in over 50 countries. Eurosport is particularly well known for its coverage of the Olympics, cycling, tennis, and winter sports.
The channel operates two main channels in many markets — Eurosport 1 and Eurosport 2 — each with slightly different content mixes, as well as a digital streaming platform called discovery+.
Key Sports on Eurosport
Cycling
Eurosport holds comprehensive rights to professional cycling across Europe. This includes all three Grand Tours — the Tour de France, Giro d'Italia, and Vuelta a España — as well as the Spring Classics and the UCI Road World Championships.
Tennis
Eurosport broadcasts all four Grand Slams across most European markets: the Australian Open, Roland-Garros (French Open), Wimbledon, and the US Open. It also carries ATP and WTA tour events throughout the season.
Winter Sports
From alpine skiing and ski jumping to biathlon and bobsled, Eurosport provides the most complete winter sports coverage available in Europe, largely through its partnership with the FIS and IBU.
The Olympic Games
Eurosport and its parent company Discovery hold the broadcasting rights for the Olympic Games across Europe (excluding France, where Canal+ and France Télévisions share rights). This makes it the primary destination for Olympic viewing in many countries.
Other Sports
- Snooker (World Championship and ranking events)
- Motorsport (selected events)
- Athletics
- Boxing
- Handball and volleyball (select tournaments)
How to Watch Eurosport
Cable and Satellite
Eurosport is widely available as part of cable and satellite TV packages across Europe. Check with your local TV provider to confirm availability and channel numbers.
discovery+ Streaming Platform
The most modern way to watch Eurosport is through discovery+, the streaming platform operated by Warner Bros. Discovery. It offers live Eurosport channels, on-demand replays, and bonus coverage including extra camera angles and commentary options. Plans are available monthly or annually.
On Smart TVs and Streaming Devices
The discovery+ app is available on:
- Samsung, LG, and Sony Smart TVs
- Amazon Fire Stick and Fire TV
- Apple TV and Chromecast
- iOS and Android mobile devices
- Web browsers
Through Pay-TV Partners
In some countries, Eurosport content is bundled through local pay-TV operators rather than sold directly. In the UK, for example, Eurosport was available via Sky and Virgin Media, though discovery+ has increasingly become the primary access point.
Is Eurosport Available Outside Europe?
Eurosport is primarily a European broadcaster, and its availability outside Europe is limited. In some regions, Warner Bros. Discovery's sports content is distributed through local partners under different branding. discovery+ itself is available in a growing number of non-European markets, though content varies by country.
Summary
If you're a fan of cycling, tennis, winter sports, or the Olympics, Eurosport — accessed through discovery+ — is one of the most comprehensive and affordable sports streaming options available in Europe. Its broad coverage of niche and mainstream sports alike makes it a strong complement to football-focused services.