SVT will shorten its sports news program Sportnytt and reduce live sports coverage as part of budget cuts totaling 355 million kronor. Sportnytt, which has aired since 1976, will get a new format starting next year, according to SVT's sports chief Max Bursell. He said the program will be shortened, though the exact time reduction is not yet determined, and that a shorter, faster Sportnytt could perform better on SVT Play.
Bursell also stated that SVT's budget for live sports rights will shrink, requiring more prioritization and cuts, but the broadcaster plans to maintain a strong lineup including major events like the Olympics and World Championships, as well as breadth such as the SM-vecka. SVT reportedly broadcasts events including the men's football World Cup this summer, the biathlon World Cup, and the women's football World Cup next summer. Bursell noted that reactions among employees vary, with some expressing concern over the changes.
He said the program will be shortened, though the exact time reduction is not yet determined, and that a shorter, faster Sportnytt could perform better on SVT Play.
Bursell also stated that SVT's budget for live sports rights will shrink, requiring more prioritization and cuts, but the broadcaster plans to maintain a strong lineup including major events like the Olympics and World Championships, as well as breadth such as the SM-vecka.
Bursell noted that reactions among employees vary, with some expressing concern over the changes.