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Apple TV's Formula 1 coverage attracted larger viewership than ESPN's broadcast of the Australian Grand Prix, marking the streaming service's first F1 race victory over the cable network. The debut race of the 2026 season exceeded expectations for both Apple and Formula 1, according to Apple executives. The momentum extended through the week as Apple's original F1 film won the Academy Award for Best Sound at the 98th Academy Awards on March 16.