DAZN Partners With New Guardians League
The global streaming platform will broadcast the new surf racing league to audiences starting in 2027.
Updated on Oct. 15, 2026 in Surfing
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DAZN has signed a multi-year broadcast partnership to stream Guardians League events to a global audience. The agreement makes league content free-to-view for international fans excluding Australia, New Zealand, and China.
Why it matters
The deal aims to introduce competitive surf racing to a worldwide viewership while supporting the growth of a new league. By leveraging the DAZN platform, the league hopes to expand its profile ahead of future international competitions.
The league launches with 6 city-based franchises, each consisting of 4 male and 4 female athletes. These competitors are recruited from the ranks of swimming, athletics, kayak, and surf lifesaving.
The players
DAZN
This is a global sports streaming subscription service that distributes live and on-demand content.
Guardians League
This is a new competitive sports organization featuring surf racing and various aquatic athletic disciplines.
The details
The league features head-to-head competition between franchises in a series of aquatic and athletic disciplines. Following the launch, the organization has outlined plans for further expansion into the U.S. and the Americas.
Timeline
November 2027: The inaugural Guardians League Oceania Tour begins.
2028: The broadcast partnership remains in effect.
2032: The Brisbane Olympic Games are scheduled to take place.
Season Trajectory
This partnership builds on the trend of specialized sports leagues leveraging established global streaming infrastructure to secure long-term viability. It positions the Guardians League to gain international exposure as it looks toward future expansion cycles.
Fans in most international regions will be able to access live event coverage at no cost. Residents of Australia, New Zealand, and China are currently excluded from this free-to-view broadcast arrangement.
The takeaway
This partnership represents a significant push to bring niche surf racing into the mainstream through accessible global broadcasting. Prospective fans should monitor local distribution updates as the league moves toward its 2027 launch.
What happens next
The inaugural Guardians League Oceania Tour is scheduled to begin in November 2027.
Further reading
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Source note: This article includes information reported by Advanced-television.
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