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EUROSPORT is set to disappear from British TV screens.

Both Eurosport 1 and 2 will merge with TNT Sports on February 28.

Eurosport reporter holding a microphone.
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Eurosport will disappear from TV screens in a month's timeCredit: Getty

The channels have been a staple of British telly for 35 years, broadcasting popular events like the Tour de France, snooker majors and tennis Grand Slams.

They have also been the lead broadcaster of the Olympics since 2020 in Tokyo and were awarded coverage until the 2032 Games in Brisbane.

Warner Bros. Discovery, who operate TNT Sports, purchased Eurosport back in 2014.

They have heavily re-branded the networks since, with BT Sport changing its name to TNT.

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Chiefs say the latest change is to boost and simplify choices for fans.

WBD Sports Europe chief Scott Young said: "Combining Eurosport and TNT Sports content in the UK and Ireland will enable us to offer a single, premium viewing experience for sports fans.

"We know audiences are looking for a slightly simpler journey on where to find the sport they love.

"This move will also continue to best deliver value for our leagues and federation partners, as we continue our 35 years plus commitment to investment and championing of sport on our screens.”

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Eurosport's axing has sparked fears over free-to-air sports coverage.

The merger will not impact the Olympics, with them set to continue sharing the rights with the BBC going forward.

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On the Tour de France, Young confirmed "parts" will be shown on channel Quest.

He has also promised "more immersive coverage" of the cycling.

Additionally, TNT are set to acquire the rights to the Six Nations from the BBC.

Reports suggest highlight packages will remain on terrestrial TV as the competition is classed as a listed event.

Young confirmed they are "looking" at Six Nations but a deal will prove "very challenging".

Eurosport initially launched as a co-production between Sky and the European Broadcasting Union in 1989.

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The channel went on to be an integral part of the sports broadcasting world across 50 European countries.

WBD's merger plans only apply to the UK and Ireland.

Keely Hodgkinson, Olympic 800m champion, holding a British flag and a crown.
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Eurosport have been lead broadcasters of the Olympics since the 2020 GamesCredit: PA
Jannik Sinner holding the Norman Brookes Challenge Cup.
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They just finished showing the Australian Open at the weekendCredit: Getty
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