ESPN's upcoming streaming service will exclusively air WWE's major events, including WrestleMania and SummerSlam, starting in 2026, under a new five-year deal. This follows a successful ESPN+ partnership with UFC, and aims to attract a younger, more diverse audience for ESPN. WWE will continue airing content on NBCUniversal and Netflix internationally. The deal builds on past collaborations and positions both brands for growth, though financial details remain undisclosed. The partnership could also lead to new programming collaborations, potentially involving NBA stars or other celebrities.

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