The BBC ends the winter sports programme Ski Sunday after 48 years

The BBC is ending its winter sports programme, Ski Sunday, after nearly five decades on air. First broadcast in 1978, the show has covered international winter sports action for generations of viewers. The broadcaster confirmed the decision is part of a broader effort to meet financial savings requirements and adapt to changing audience viewing habits. Presenters Ed Leigh and Chemmy Alcott led the show's most recent iteration. While the long-running programme will conclude, the BBC stated it remains committed to broadcasting major winter sports events, including the Winter Olympics, across its various media platforms. Philip Bernie, the head of BBC Sport events, credited the production for its role in bringing winter sports to UK audiences since its debut.

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