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Private 5G: A Pivotal Model in Transforming Major Sporting Events 

In 2018, the Winter Olympic Games in South Korea provided an early glimpse into the potential of pre-standardized 5G technology, offering valuable lessons that influenced the eventual development of 5G networks. Fast forward five years, and 5G is reshaping major sporting events in significant ways. While Formula 1 has long been at the forefront of integrating technology into sports events, the current generation of networks is witnessing the emergence of solid use cases for private networks across various sports. 

Advantages of Private 5G Networks 

Experts highlight the flexibility, uncontested capacity, and quality of deployment as major advantages of private 5G networks compared to alternatives like fiber and public mobile networks. David de Lancellotti, Nokia’s enterprise head of PWLS campus, CNS cloud, and network services, underscores edge computing as a crucial benefit of private 5G. He emphasizes that private wireless offers the security and reliability necessary for stadiums and sports teams, facilitating real-time communications and applications essential for their digital transformation. 

In the 5G Club 

Data analytics have revolutionized the sports world, enhancing player performance analysis, spectator engagement, and betting opportunities. The speed and reach of 5G communication have the potential to further advance data collection and delivery. HPE’s Aruba division’s CTO for the UK and Ireland, Simon Wilson, discusses their work during The Ryder Cup, where they utilized private 5G as part of a broader connectivity strategy. In Rome, where archaeological restrictions limited infrastructure installations, private 5G was instrumental in sharing real-time data on player performance, including ball landing spots and distances traveled. 

Touchdown Touchpoints 

Private networks extend beyond data applications, with uncontested voice network availability finding utility in the NFL and beyond. At NFL London games, Verizon Business facilitated coach-to-coach communications using private 5G networks tailored specifically for the event. These networks, designed for low-latency and high-quality voice communication, ensure secure and efficient communication channels for coaches amid the complex and noisy stadium environments. Moreover, private networks are increasingly adopted for media broadcast purposes, offering reliable and high-quality service that traditional networks may struggle to provide in dynamic sporting environments. 

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