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Leek, The Netherlands (14 June 2024) – BBC Sports is ready to elevate its coverage of the UEFA 2024 Championship with a series of live broadcasts from a remarkable open-air studio in front of the iconic Brandenburg Gate in Berlin. This cutting-edge studio, featuring state-of-the-art ROE Visual LED panels, uses advanced virtual production technologies.

The setup in Berlin includes two studios: an outdoor terrace studio and an indoor studio, seamlessly integrated with extended reality (XR) technology. The architectural design of the XR elements creates a cohesive look, reflecting the style of the Brandenburg Gate and providing a Berlin Museum feel. Combining LED technology with tracking, graphics, and XR in such a dynamic and environmentally challenging setup is a first for the BBC team.