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FIA announces new commercial rights holder for WRC and ERC

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Last updated Aug 3, 2026

FIA announces new commercial rights holder for WRC and ERC
Summary

The FIA has confirmed the completion of a deal with Cosmobilis and Park Square Capital as the new commercial rights holders for the World Rally Championship and European Rally Championship. This acquisition marks a significant shift in ownership, replacing WRC Promoter GmbH, which was previously owned by Red Bull and KW25. The deal is described as the largest in the history of both championships. Under the agreement, Cosmobilis aims to enhance fan engagement and invest in the sport's growth. The establishment of a new FIA Growth Fund to support rallying projects worldwide has also been announced. The new promoter's ambitious plans coincide with upcoming changes in technical regulations for next year.

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  • •Cosmobilis and Park Square Capital acquire WRC Promoter GmbH.
  • •Described as the biggest deal in WRC and ERC history.
  • •New promoter aims to enhance fan experience and engagement.
  • •FIA Growth Fund will support global rallying projects.
  • •Upcoming technical regulations expected to lead to significant changes.
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  • 9:48 AMAutosport — How WRC drivers reacted to FIA’s landmark promoter deal
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  • 7:34 PMRacer — FIA announces new commercial rights agreement for WRC, ERC
  • 4:34 PMAutosport — New commercial rights holder announced for the WRC and ERC in landmark deal
  • 4:30 PMYahoo Sports — FIA announces landmark deal with new WRC and ERC commercial rights holder
  • 4:30 PMMotorsport.com — FIA announces landmark deal with new WRC and ERC commercial rights holder
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Drivers are excited for the future of the World Rally Championship following what the FIA has labelled the “biggest deal in history” for rallying. After months of discussions, French automotive company Cosmobilis and private credit investor Park Square Capital have officially acquired WRC Promoter GmbH to take over the commercial rights of the WRC and the European Rally Championship in an ...Keep reading

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Drivers are excited for the future of the World Rally Championship following what the FIA has labelled the “biggest deal in history” for rallying. After months of discussions, French automotive company Cosmobilis and private credit investor Park Square Capital have officially acquired WRC Promoter GmbH to take over the commercial rights of the WRC and the European Rally Championship in an ...Keep reading

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The FIA has announced that a deal has been completed to welcome in a new commercial rights holder for the World Rally Championship and European Rally Championship. The deal, which sees French automotive company Cosmobilis and private credit investor Park Square Capital acquire WRC Promoter GmbH, has been described as the “biggest deal in the history of these championships” by the ...Keep reading

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