The Beeb will go High Def for 2011
Formula One fans are in for a treat in 2011 as the BBC has confirmed they will broadcast the season in High Definition.
Formula One Management announced earlier this week that all broadcasters will receive a High Definition feed this year, beginning with the season-opening Bahrain Grand Prix in March.
Sky Germany were the first to leap at the offer while the BBC have now stated that they too will be using the feed.
Added to that, the Beeb has also revealed that Eddie Jordan will continue as part of their team in 2011, taking an 'expanded role as primary analyst.'
Ben Gallop, BBC Head of F1 says "It's fantastic that Eddie is rejoining the team, and this year in a more expanded role. He's such a core character with his outspoken views, unrivalled contacts in the sport and his ability to unearth the stories from the paddock.
"We're also delighted to be broadcasting in HD, something we know fans have been waiting for and it will really add something extra to our coverage for 2011."
Danielle Nagler, the Head of BBC HD and 3D added: "Along with many, many HD viewers, I'm delighted that we'll have a chance next season to see Formula 1 in all its glory on television.
"It's fantastic news that FOM has decided to green light HD broadcasts, and we're looking forward to sharing with the fans all the races in all their detail on BBC One HD and BBC HD."
Credit: PlanetF1.com (www.planetf1.com)
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