Redefining the live sports experience
As fans increasingly seek more immersive and interactive ways to engage with live sport, VnearX is pushing the boundaries of sports broadcasting.
The newest company to join the AO StartUps portfolio – VnearX – is transforming how global audiences experience live events by combining cutting-edge immersive video technology, digital twin environments and real-time social interaction.
Founded with a vision to remove geographical barriers for sports fans, VnearX will pilot their platform with AO StartUps to enable audiences to step inside a virtual stadium and experience live sport in an entirely new way.
Rather than watching through a traditional flat broadcast, fans can enter a highly realistic digital venue, interact with fellow supporters through avatars and enjoy a premium viewing experience that mirrors the atmosphere of being at the event in person.
At the heart of the platform is the seamless integration of 180-degree live video with fully realised 3D digital twin environments. The result is an experience that allows fans to feel as though they are sitting in their physical stadium seat, while remaining anywhere in the world.
By expanding access to premium live experiences, VnearX is helping sporting organisations connect with broader global audiences without compromising the authenticity of the in-stadium experience.
"We are incredibly proud to join the AO StartUps program. Our mission is to break down geographical barriers for sports fans,” said VnearX CEO and co-founder Ángel Moreno.
“There is no better stage than the Australian Open to showcase how the fusion of live immersive broadcasting and interactive 3D digital twins can revolutionise the fan experience, bringing them closer to the action than ever before."
With demand for more engaging digital experiences continuing to grow, VnearX is well positioned to help shape the next generation of sports entertainment and redefine what it means to attend a live event.
The full cohort of AO StartUp companies will be announced throughout 2026.