Splash Networks partnered with Tata Communications UK Ltd to deliver Wi-Fi connectivity and a branded captive portal for fans at the Formula 1 Grand Prix in Monza, Italy, in September 2026. The event was a resounding success, with over 10,000 attendees signing up to access the network throughout the race weekend.

Overview

Tata Communications UK Ltd, a global network and communications provider, engaged Splash Networks to deliver a custom Wi-Fi captive portal for fans attending the Italian Grand Prix at the iconic Autodromo Nazionale Monza. The portal was built to handle the scale and energy of one of motorsport's most storied venues, giving fans a fast, secure way to get online amid the excitement of race weekend.

Working closely with Tata Communications' on-site network infrastructure, we tailored the portal to cope with a huge influx of simultaneous connections across the event's fan zones. The solution balanced high throughput with a smooth, branded sign-up experience, ensuring fans could get connected quickly without compromising network performance or security.

Results & Benefits

The captive portal proved highly popular with fans, with over 10,000 sign-ups recorded across the event — a clear signal of demand for reliable connectivity at large-scale motorsport events. The branded portal also gave organizers a valuable channel for engaging attendees and gathering insights into visitor behavior.

This project reinforced our ability to deliver dependable, high-capacity Wi-Fi at major live sporting events, working alongside global infrastructure partners like Tata Communications. It stands as further proof that our captive portal platform scales confidently to meet the demands of world-class sporting occasions.

Conclusion

Our collaboration with Tata Communications UK Ltd at the Monza Grand Prix highlights our growing expertise in delivering Wi-Fi connectivity for major motorsport and live sporting events, handling tens of thousands of fans without missing a beat.

Looking ahead, we're excited about the possibility of bringing the same reliable, secure, and engaging Wi-Fi experience to future F1 fan zones around the world.