Channel 5 acquires Formula E broadcast rights after ITV step away

Channel 5 has acquired the UK broadcast rights to Formula E after ITV decided not to renew current deal.
The two year deal will run until the end of the 2017/18 season and will see Channel 5 air live races from the series with qualifying sessions being shown on its sister channel Spike. 
The broadcaster is also understood to be focusing its efforts in creating an 'immersive broadcast experience' through its social media and online platforms. 
Channel 5 decision to take over the br