Format: Eight-hole match play featuring F1 drivers and PGA Tour golfers
Netflix is stepping into the live sports arena with its first-ever event, “The 2023 Netflix Cup.” Set in the vibrant city of Las Vegas, Nevada, this innovative tournament pairs Formula 1 drivers with professional golfers, a thrilling crossover of two of Netflix’s popular sports docuseries, “Full Swing” and “Drive to Survive.”
How To Watch The Netflix Cup
Date and Time: The event will be held on Tuesday, Nov. 14, starting at 6 p.m. ET.
Streaming Access: Viewers can watch the action live on Netflix, with subscription plans starting at $6.99/month. Netflix’s extensive portfolio, including hit movies and original series, will be an added bonus for subscribers.
The Netflix Cup: Format and Participants
Tournament Structure: The Netflix Cup features a unique format with four pairs, each consisting of one F1 driver and one PGA golfer, competing in an eight-hole golf tournament. The top two teams will advance to a dramatic ninth hole at the Wynn Golf Club.
Star-Studded Line-Up: The lineup includes F1 stars like Alex Albon, Pierre Gasly, Lando Norris, and Carlos Sainz, alongside PGA greats such as Rickie Fowler, Max Homa, Collin Morikawa, and Justin Thomas.
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Dynamic Duos: Key matchups include Lando Norris teaming up with Rickie Fowler against Carlos Sainz and Justin Thomas, and Alex Albon paired with Max Homa to face Pierre Gasly and Collin Morikawa.
Hosts and Format: The event promises engaging commentary from hosts including comedian Bert Kreischer, PGA TOUR player Joel Dahmen, sports host Kay Adams, and NFL legend Marshawn Lynch. The match play will introduce surprise challenges, with each team scrambling to secure the best shot.
Formula 1 drivers:
Alex Albon (Williams Racing)
Pierre Gasly (BWT Alpine F1 Team)
Lando Norris (McLaren Racing)
Carlos Sainz (Scuderia Ferrari)
PGA Tour golfers:
Rickie Fowler
Max Homa
Collin Morikawa
Justin Thomas
Significance and Production
A Milestone Event: The Netflix Cup is a pioneering live sports event for Netflix, coinciding with the inaugural Formula 1 Heineken Silver Las Vegas Grand Prix week.
Behind the Scenes: The tournament is produced by notable industry figures like Kevin Hopkins, Bryan Zuriff, Connor Schell, David Chamberlin, James Gay-Rees, Paul Martin, and Chad Mumm. It’s a joint endeavor sanctioned by both the PGA TOUR and Formula 1.
This unique event marks a significant step in live sports broadcasting for Netflix and is set to deliver a captivating blend of speed and skill, showcasing top talents from the worlds of Formula 1 racing and golf. Fans won’t want to miss this unprecedented sporting event, blending the excitement of F1 with the precision of golf, all in the heart of Las Vegas.
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