On free-to-air TV and via streaming: DF1 to become the ADAC GT Masters’ new TV partner in 2027

The curtain rises on the new stage for the ADAC GT Masters in its anniversary season: from 2027, the premium HD channel DF1 will be the new TV home of the ADAC’s junior league. The new TV partner will broadcast the races both on free-to-air TV and via a free live stream, offering not only coverage of the thrilling live events but also a glimpse behind the scenes. On each of the six race weekends, at least one race will be broadcast on free-to-air TV on DF1. In addition, the channel will make all races of the 2027 season available via a free live stream at df1.de/live.

The premium HD channel DF1 is available nationwide via cable, satellite and IPTV, as well as on all major streaming platforms. In addition to the ADAC GT Masters, the channel offers further top-class live sports content. Furthermore, DF1 broadcasts documentaries, reports, magazine programmes and entertaining show formats. The channel is based at the Unterföhring Media Centre near Munich and, since its launch in January 2024, has been committed to providing round-the-clock entertainment.

“The ADAC GT Masters series stands for spectacular GT3 motorsport, top-class teams and drivers, and thrilling racing moments. We are delighted to be able to present the entire 2027 season live and free of charge to our viewers on DF1. With six renowned and attractive race tracks, the season promises motor racing of the highest standard and thus the best conditions for exciting race weekends. We are convinced that the ADAC GT Masters will be an excellent addition to our live sport coverage on DF1. We would like to extend our special thanks to our partners at the ADAC for the trust they have placed in us and for our successful collaboration,” says David Müller, Managing Director of the TV channel DF1.

“DF1 has already thrilled its viewers with motor sport on two and four wheels in recent years. We are delighted to be part of this from 2027 with the ADAC GT Masters. The ADAC GT Masters will be celebrating its 20th anniversary next year. We are taking this as an opportunity to make the series even more attractive for viewers and participants with a new, comprehensive media package and a wide-ranging programme to support young talent,” says Claudia Wagner, Managing Director of ADAC Motorsport GmbH. Alongside the new media package, the ADAC will also be strengthening the sporting pathway to the DTM next year. In 2027, the ‘Road to DTM’ will offer drivers an even more comprehensive support package worth 620,000 euros, as well as additional opportunities to put themselves forward for the next step in their careers.

In addition to the extensive TV partnership with DF1, the ADAC GT Masters will continue to be broadcast on Joyn’s Fan TV programme during race weekends in 2027. In addition, all races will be available to stream on ServusTV On, at youtube.com/ADACMotorsports and, for the first time, also at df1.de/live.

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