[by EuroSport]
Eurosport’s 3D coverage of the 2011 French Open will be broadcast live to millions for the first time in the UK.
Virgin Media will showcase Eurosport’s live and exclusive programming from centre court at this year’s tournament through a dedicated 3D channel feed.
With Rafael Nadal defending his title against other top seeds Andy Murray, Novak Djokovicand Roger Federer and in-form Caroline Wozniacki challenging returning championFrancesca Schiavone, Virgin Media customers will be able to enjoy every big forehand, backhand, volley and smash from the centre court at Roland Garros, Paris, in glorious 3D.
The tournament opens on Sunday May 22 and concludes on Sunday June 5. Tennis fans wanting to relive the action will also be able to watch top matches on Virgin Media’s ground-breaking 3D on demand service.
Jean Thierry Augustin, Eurosport’s managing director for distribution, rights acquisition and development, said: “This agreement with Virgin Media will enable UK sports fans to experience Grand Slam tennis as never before.
“The iconic clay courts of Roland Garros are the perfect stage to demonstrate the progress being made in 3D sports broadcasting.
“It will be the first time an entire Grand Slam event has been accessible in 3D to viewers at home from the opening day to the final and it reinforces Eurosport’s commitment to innovation and new technology.”
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