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Ecclestone to improve terrestrial coverage

But F1 boss denies pay-per-view TV has already been axed

Bernie Ecclestone's digital TV facility is to replace local broadcasters in supplying pictures to all terrestrial broadcasters, the Formula 1 boss has told BBC Sport Online.

In the past, the production of the terrestrial feed has been left to the host broadcaster of the country in which the grand prix takes place. This has led to frequent criticism of the quality of the coverage, which often focuses on race leaders or local drivers.

The digital TV service demonstrated the potential of the new approach at last year's United States Grand Prix, when it produced the terrestrial coverage in place of American TV channel CBS. The improved coverage, featuring new graphics and extra on-board camera shots, was well received by both terrestrial broadcasters and viewers.

However, Ecclestone has denied reports that he has already decided to axe pay-per-view coverage of F1 races, saying the future of the service is still "up in the air."

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