When did BBC Sport first brand its coverage under that name?
BBC Sport first branded its coverage in 1988 for the 1988 Summer Olympics in Seoul, introducing the name with a short animation of a globe circled by four coloured rings.
Questions about BBC Sport
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How long has the BBC held the Wimbledon television contract?
The BBC has held the television contract for the Wimbledon Tennis Championships since 1927. The current agreement runs until 2027, making it the longest such contract in the world.
When did live cricket return to BBC television after its long absence?
Live cricket returned to BBC television on the 30th of August 2020, when the BBC broadcast the second England versus Pakistan Twenty20 International. This was the first live cricket broadcast on BBC TV in 21 years.
What is the largest ever audience for a BBC Two programme?
The largest audience in BBC Two history was 18.5 million viewers, who watched the climax of the 1985 World Snooker Championship final between Steve Davis and Dennis Taylor, broadcast shortly after midnight on the 29th of April 1985.
Where did BBC Sport move from London and when?
BBC Sport moved to Quay House at MediaCityUK in Salford, relocating gradually in late 2011 and early 2012. The first sports bulletins from the new BBC Sport Centre were broadcast on the 5th of March 2012.
What is the BBC Sports Personality of the Year award and when was it created?
The BBC Sports Personality of the Year award was created in 1954 and is presented annually in a high-profile ceremony held in December. It recognises athletes alongside other categories including youth performers, coaches, and trainers.