Proposals have been made to keep certain high-profile sports events, referred to as "crown jewel" events, free to stream. The UK government is involved in efforts to protect access to these events, which may include the World Cup, Wimbledon, and Olympics, potentially preventing them from being placed behind a paywall. The outcome and specifics of these proposals are uncertain, with some reports suggesting the BBC and ITV may be at risk of losing rights to these events.