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Sport1 announces third season of 'Bitte lächeln'

Sport1 has announced a third season of its clip show 'Bitte lächeln', which airs in the pre-evening slot. The broadcaster will produce 24 new episodes starting October 26, airing three times per week at 7 PM. To support the new season, Sport1 purchased new mobile video material from the US, featuring everyday moments and mishaps. The show will include new segments and specials, including one focused on Mallorca and a ranking show for the funniest clips. The studio design has also been refreshed. 'Bitte lächeln' has been performing well in ratings, reaching up to 150,000 viewers. On Wednesday, it attracted 130,000 viewers, surpassing the evening 'Fantalk' Champions League show. The show is hosted by Christian Oberfuchshuber.

• Sport1 announced a third season of the clip show 'Bitte lächeln'.
• 24 new episodes will air from October 26, three times a week at 7 PM.
• Sport1 acquired new mobile video material from the US for the season.

Free-TV: TNA Wrestling kommt zu SPORT1

SPORT1 announces that TNA Wrestling will be broadcast in free-TV, starting October 13, 2026.

Sport1 Reports Higher Gross TV Ad Revenue in August

German sports broadcaster Sport1 saw a significant increase in gross TV advertising revenue in August 2026, according to Nielsen data. The channel reported gross ad revenue of €15.4 million, up 22.1% year-over-year, marking its largest percentage increase in a long time. This continues a positive trend for Sport1 after months of decline, attributed to its recent content transformation. The overall German TV advertising market, however, declined by 4.9% in August, with major sales houses like Ad Alliance, Seven.One Media, and El Cartel Brothers all reporting decreases. Despite the TV market's weakness, the total German advertising market grew slightly by 0.9%, driven by strong online (+14.7%) and cinema (+54.7%) growth.

• Sport1's gross TV ad revenue in August 2026 reached €15.4 million, up 22.1% year-over-year.
• The German TV advertising market declined by 4.9% in August 2026 compared to the previous year.
• Ad Alliance reported a 6.0% decrease in gross revenue in August, while Seven.One Media saw a smaller decline of 4.4%.

Sports Brands Turn Fandom into Everyday Loyalty

At Advertising Week New York, executives from the Cleveland Cavaliers, Washington Commanders, the WTA, and Gotham FC discussed strategies to integrate fandom into fans' daily lives. They focus on nostalgia, star power, and community experiences beyond game days. The Cavaliers leverage its 2016 championship anniversary with various events, the Commanders revive 1980s-1990s heritage, the WTA connects player popularity to a season-long narrative, and Gotham FC elevates athletes to cultural icons. The consensus is that sports brands must offer reasons to engage before, during, and after games to compete with the broader entertainment industry.

• Panel at Advertising Week New York featured executives from Cavaliers, Commanders, WTA, and Gotham FC.
• Cavaliers plan to sell a chair that Taylor Swift sat in for $7,000.
• Cavaliers celebrate 10th anniversary of 2016 NBA championship with events including a public viewing that drew 7,000 people.

Jayden Daniels considered 'week-to-week,' will not be placed on IR

Washington Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels will not be placed on Injured Reserve and is considered week-to-week after dislocating his elbow against the Dallas Cowboys in Week 2, head coach Dan Quinn said during his Friday press conference.

Commanders unveil first look at new stadium seating bowl

The Washington Commanders and global design firm HKS released the first interior renderings and animation of the new stadium’s seating bowl.