F1 TV named App of the Year at Apple Awards

Formula 1’s own flagship platform, F1 TV, has been honored after being named Apple TV App of the Year at the 2024 Apple App Store Awards.

A total of 17 apps and games were declared winners at the event in California, with App Store editors selecting F1 TV as the honoree from a list of 45 finalists.

F1 TV was recognized for its “best-in-class viewing experience”, with the ‘Pro’ version of the app allowing users in 110 markets – including key territories such as the United States, the Netherlands and Mexico – every Access to the available angle of a Grand Prix, including driver on-board, team radio and data channels.

The globally available F1 TV Access app does not allow live coverage, but does include new features including in-depth shows such as F1 Icons.

Ian Holmes, Director of Media Rights and Content Creation, said: “This award is testament to the hard work and dedication that goes in behind the scenes to create an amazing viewing experience that captivates fans and puts them right at the center of the action. Keeps it in.” Formula 1.

“The entire team involved in the development and production of F1 TV is honored and thanks Apple for this recognition.

“The 2025 season promises to be our biggest yet and as we celebrate our 75th anniversary, F1 TV will give our fans access to every session of every race, amazing analysis, in-depth data and our incredible archive programming “

Speaking at the awards, Apple CEO Tim Cook praised the winners and the “ingenuity” that led to their success.

“We’re thrilled to honor this impressive group of developers who are harnessing the power of Apple devices and technology to enrich users’ lives and deliver experiences that have a profound impact on their communities,” he said.

“The remarkable achievements of this year’s winners demonstrate the incredible ingenuity that can be unlocked through apps.”

Other winners of the awards include Adobe Lightroom, What If…? An immersive story and squad busters.