The other sports tested by sky included boxing, golf, tennis, rugby and cricket. In order to watch the 3D services, customers will need a Sky HD box, a 3D TV and a pair of 3D glasses.

Sky also announced at the recent CES exhibition in Las Vegas that it was working on 3D content. Sky’s director of Product Design and TV Product Development, Brian Lenz, commented: “Our HD customers already have a 3D capable set-top box. By working together with set manufacturers, we want to provide a hassle free way for consumers to enjoy 3D TV.”

The BBC are also planning to broadcast sport in 3D, having recently announced that the 2012 Olympics will be broadcast in 3D.

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