Sky Sports has teamed up with Audi to unveil Flying Lap, a groundbreaking new series that merges real-world driving with advanced simulation technology to create a completely new kind of motorsport storytelling.
Designed to bring fans closer to the action than ever before, the series uses Audi’s cutting-edge “R26” simulation tech alongside Sky Sports’ broadcast expertise to blur the line between physical racing and digital performance analysis.
A New Era of Motorsport Content
At the core of Flying Lap is Audi’s innovative simulation system, which integrates real driving data into an immersive visual experience. This allows viewers to understand the technical and physical demands of racing in unprecedented detail.
Fronted by former Formula 1 driver and Sky Sports analyst Karun Chandhok, each episode sees Chandhok take on an iconic circuit in a high-performance Audi road car. As he navigates the track, audiences are guided through every twist and turn with expert commentary and enhanced data visualisation.
The experience goes beyond traditional lap guides, offering a deeper dive into performance, precision, and race strategy.
Real Meets Virtual: Inside the ‘Flying Lap’ Experience
What sets Flying Lap apart is its seamless transition between real-world footage and a fully rendered virtual racing environment.
Viewers begin inside the all-new Audi RS5 as Chandhok tackles the circuit, with key sections of the track highlighted in real time. At crucial moments, the action shifts into a digital world where an Audi “R26” Formula-style car takes over — unlocking a new layer of insight.
Within this virtual space, simulation data breaks down:
- Braking zones and racing lines
- Gear changes and cornering speeds
- Overtaking opportunities and race tactics
Dynamic camera angles — from sweeping exterior shots to cockpit views — provide perspectives that would be impossible to capture in live racing.
Miami Circuit Kicks Off the Series
The debut episode of Flying Lap takes viewers to Miami, one of the fastest and most technically challenging tracks on the racing calendar.
By combining real laps with simulated overlays, the episode delivers a comprehensive guide to the circuit, offering both casual fans and motorsport enthusiasts a deeper understanding of what it takes to master the track.
Pushing the Boundaries of Broadcast Innovation
According to Karin Seymour, Client and Marketing Director at Sky Media, Flying Lap represents one of the most ambitious projects in the long-standing partnership between Sky Sports and Audi.
As the collaboration enters its fifth year, the series demonstrates how advanced technology and creative storytelling can transform sports broadcasting. Rather than simply showing the race, Flying Lap places viewers directly inside the performance — both physically and digitally.
Where to Watch ‘Flying Lap’
Flying Lap launches across Sky Sports platforms from May, marking the next step in the evolution of motorsport content.
