SiriusXM is launching an all-access sports audio subscription

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Set us as preferred SiriusXM is leaning into its sporty side.The satellite radio company is launching a new subscription plan built specifically for sports fans, called the Sports Pass.For $5 a month, listeners will be able to follow live game broadcasts for every home and away game for nearly every major sporting event.

Launching Sept.1, SiriusXM will offer one of sports media’s most comprehensive packages, including everything from the latest Formula One race to international soccer.

“SiriusXM Sports Pass brings that vision to life for sports fans by putting every game and event we carry, hometown voices, national personalities and the daily sports conversation into one simple, affordable subscription,” said Jennifer Witz, SiriusXM’s chief executive, in a statement.“No matter who you cheer for or where you listen, it brings you closer to the teams and voices that matter most to you.” Hollywood Inc.

Netflix is upping its livestream capabilities.Starting June 1, the streaming giant will begin hosting its first daily livestream with iHeartRadio’s “The Breakfast Club.”The subscription includes coverage of the NFL, MLB, NBA and NHL; every NASCAR, IndyCar and Formula One race; the PGA Tour; WWE events among others.

In addition to the live broadcasts, the Sports Pass will also include expert analysis, podcasts and 24 local sports stations, including ESPN LA 710.The introduction of the subscription package emphasizes sports as an essential part of SiriusXM’s business.The company said in a statement that sports is one of its biggest engagement drivers and that more subscribers than ever are tuning in to sports.

Other subscriptions include its All Music tier for $11.99 a month or its All Access tier for $25.99 monthly, which includes music, sports and news.By having these sports available through a single subsc...