F1 commentators 2026: full Sky Sports and F1 TV presenter line-up including David Croft and Ted Kravitz

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Formula 1 is back for 2026 and F1 Oversteer has found everything you need to know about the Sky Sports and F1 TV presenter line-ups.

In one of the longest seasons in Formula 1 history, the role of a pundit is vital in providing viewers with insight, analysis and entertainment throughout a race weekend.

Over the years, the sport has produced some iconic voices who have helped keep fans engaged. Arguably the most notable is the beloved Murray Walker, who moved into Formula 1 commentary in the 1970s and worked alongside several outstanding figures, including James Hunt and Martin Brundle.

Walker retired from full-time commentary following the 2001 United States Grand Prix, before briefly returning in 2005 and 2006. The Briton’s energetic delivery, combined with his endearing habit of muddling names and facts, made him a firm fan favourite even two decades after his career came to an end.

In the UK, Sky Sports holds the exclusive rights to broadcast Formula 1 races, although highlights from each Grand Prix are still shown on Channel 4. In many other countries, F1 TV serves as the primary broadcaster, while in the United States coverage is now also available on Apple’s streaming platform.

Here’s everything you need to know about the Sky Sports and F1 TV commentary presenters:

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Who are the Sky Sports F1 commentary team?

Ahead of the 2026 season, Sky Sports revealed its Formula 1 commentary team, with a slightly revised line-up for the new campaign.

The most notable change was the confirmation that controversial pundit Danica Patrick would not return in 2026. The former NASCAR and IndyCar driver joined Sky Sports’ line-up in 2021 and, although she only appeared at a handful of races each year, she attracted criticism from some fans over her perceived lack of technical insight and analysis.

Although Naomi Schiff has been named in Sky Sports’ line-up for 2026, the former W Series driver is not expected to appear on air during the early part of the season after giving birth to her son, Raphael, in October 2025.

David Croft – Sky F1 lead commentator

David Croft, better known as ‘Crofty’, has been Sky Sports F1’s lead commentator since the broadcaster first began airing the sport in 2012. The 2026 season marks 20 years since he first began commentating on Formula 1, having joined BBC Radio 5 Live’s F1 team in 2006.

Croft began his broadcasting career at BBC Three Counties Radio in 1995 before moving to 5 Live in 1998, where he covered a range of sports. His work included commentary on the World Darts Championship, the 2002 FIFA World Cup and the 2004 Athens Olympic Games.

Away from live broadcasts, Croft’s voice has also featured across several other media projects. He has been part of the Codemasters F1 video game series since 2010, appeared in Pixar’s Planes in 2013, and most recently reunited with Martin Brundle to record fictional commentary for the upcoming F1 movie.

Simon Lazenby – Sky F1 lead presenter

Simon Lazenby has fronted Sky Sports’ Formula 1 coverage since the broadcaster took over the rights in 2012. He originally joined Sky on work experience before progressing to a runner and eventually becoming a presenter in 2002, initially covering Rugby Union.

Lazenby has since become a familiar presence in the Formula 1 paddock, missing just two Grands Prix during his time covering the sport, the 2020 Spanish and Russian races.

Alongside his presenting duties, Lazenby has also worked on several projects away from the track. He recently produced the 2025 Sky documentary Hill, which focuses on 1996 world champion Damon Hill, and authored a book on the sport titled Pressure.

Martin Brundle – Expert and analyst

Former Formula 1 driver Martin Brundle moved into commentary in 1997, joining the late Murray Walker in the ITV booth after struggling to secure a race seat for that season. When Walker retired in 2001, Brundle was partnered with then–pit lane reporter James Allen.

The nine-time podium finisher later moved to the BBC when it regained the UK broadcasting rights in 2009. He became the lead commentator two years later, working alongside fellow former F1 driver David Coulthard.

Brundle joined Sky Sports F1 when the channel launched its coverage in 2012, partnering David Croft as co-commentator. He is perhaps best known for his iconic pre-race grid walks, where he grabs quick interviews with drivers, team members and celebrity guests in the moments before lights out.

Ted Kravitz – Pit lane reporter

Ted Kravitz is approaching three decades in Formula 1 broadcasting, having first joined ITV’s coverage in 1997 as a producer responsible for logging and organising footage across a race weekend. It wasn’t long before he became more involved in the live broadcast, assisting in the commentary box alongside Murray Walker and Martin Brundle.

In 2002, Kravitz moved into the role of pit lane reporter, replacing James Allen after he stepped up to the lead commentary position. He continued in the role when the BBC regained the UK broadcasting rights in 2009, before joining Sky Sports when it launched its dedicated F1 coverage in 2012.

Kravitz is perhaps best known for his popular segment Ted’s Notebook, which airs after sessions and sees him walk viewers through the paddock while breaking down and analysing each team’s performance following qualifying and the race.

Harry Benjamin – Commentator

Harry Benjamin is a relatively recent addition to the Sky Sports F1 team, joining in 2024 to stand in for lead commentator David Croft at the Emilia-Romagna, Austrian and Azerbaijan Grands Prix. He now steps into the lead commentary role at a handful of races each season, allowing Croft and Martin Brundle occasional breaks from the broadcast. Benjamin is also widely recognised as the voice of Formula 1 on BBC Radio 5 Live.

Before moving into broadcasting, Benjamin trained as an actor and performed in the West End as well as appearing in feature films. He later transitioned into radio, working with stations including Absolute Radio and Hits Radio before establishing himself as a motorsport commentator.

Natalie Pinkham – Presenter and reporter

Natalie Pinkham made history in 2021 when she became the first woman to commentate on a Formula 1 session, leading Sky Sports’ coverage of first practice at the Bahrain Grand Prix. She originally joined Sky Sports in 2012 as a pit lane reporter and became the host of The F1 Show just a year later.

Before moving to Sky, Pinkham reported from the Formula 1 pit lane for BBC Radio 5 Live and also worked on coverage of events including the Isle of Man TT and the 2006 FIFA World Cup.

Ahead of the 2026 Formula 1 season, Pinkham confirmed she would return to the Sky Sports team at the Japanese Grand Prix after undergoing major neck surgery in September 2025, which forced her to miss the closing stages of the previous season.

Rachel Brookes – Presenter and reporter

Rachel Brookes joined Sky Sports as a freelance reporter in 2009 before becoming a broadcast journalist with the network two years later. As well as her work covering Formula 1, she regularly appears on Sky Sports News and has contributed to the channel’s cricket coverage.

Before joining Sky, Brookes hosted the Grand Prix podcast for talkSPORT and also worked as a newsreader for the station.

Craig Slater – Presenter and reporter

Craig Slater is the final member of the Sky Sports F1 reporting team, although his role primarily focuses on delivering news and analysis for Sky Sports News. He has been with Sky since 2002, providing in-depth reporting and exclusive interviews across a range of sports, including Formula 1.

Karun Chandhok – Expert and analyst

Karun Chandhok is widely regarded as one of Formula 1’s most respected analysts, combining technical expertise, a lifelong passion for the sport and a varied racing career to provide detailed insights into some of F1’s biggest moments.

Chandhok made 11 Grand Prix starts in Formula 1 with HRT and Lotus between 2010 and 2011, before going on to compete in events including the 24 Hours of Le Mans and Formula E.

Alongside his racing career, Chandhok has built extensive media experience. He previously worked as a pit lane reporter for both the BBC and Channel 4 before joining the Sky Sports F1 team in 2020. He has also written regularly for Autosport, a magazine he has said he has followed since childhood.

Bernie Collins – Expert and analyst

Bernie Collins is another relatively recent addition to the Sky Sports F1 team, joining the broadcaster in 2023 to provide expert analysis on race strategy and engineering.

Collins has extensive experience in the Formula 1 paddock, beginning her career as an engineering trainee at McLaren in 2009. Three years later she became Jenson Button’s performance engineer before moving to Force India in 2015 as Nico Hülkenberg’s senior strategy engineer.

She played a key role in Sergio Perez’s podium finish at the 2015 Russian Grand Prix and remained with the team as it evolved, later helping the Mexican secure his maiden Formula 1 victory at the 2020 Sakhir Grand Prix.

The Northern Irish engineer was promoted to Aston Martin’s head of race strategy in 2020, a position she held until leaving the team two years later. In her book How to Win a Grand Prix, Collins explained that the increasingly demanding race calendar played a major role in her decision to step away from the position.

Jenson Button – Expert and analyst

2009 Formula 1 world champion Jenson Button has been part of the Sky Sports F1 commentary team since 2018, joining the line-up while continuing a successful racing career outside of F1. The Brit, who was at the centre of the sport’s famous Brawn GP fairytale, also claimed a Super GT500 title in 2018 and has competed in the World Endurance Championship (WEC), NASCAR and the Deutsche Tourenwagen Masters (DTM).

Although he announced his formal retirement from racing in 2025, fans are still likely to see Button at a handful of races each season, as he has previously spoken about wanting to spend more time with his wife and children.

Button remains one of the most successful British drivers in Formula 1 history, with 15 race victories and 50 podium finishes. His 306 Grand Prix starts also make him the sixth most experienced driver in F1 history, just one behind Michael Schumacher.

Nico Rosberg – Expert and analyst

Nico Rosberg is best known for one of the fiercest intra-team rivalries in Formula 1 history, battling former karting friend Lewis Hamilton for multiple world titles during their time as Mercedes teammates. The German stunned the sporting world when he announced his retirement just days after securing his first and only championship in 2016.

The son of 1982 Formula 1 world champion Keke Rosberg, he joined the Sky Sports F1 line-up as an analyst in 2018 and has also worked in similar roles for broadcasters in Germany and Italy.

During his 10-year Formula 1 career with Williams and Mercedes, Rosberg secured 23 Grand Prix victories and 57 podium finishes.

Jacques Villeneuve – Expert and analyst

Jacques Villeneuve completes the trio of Formula 1 world champions in the Sky Sports punditry line-up, having joined the team for his home race in Canada in 2024. In his broadcasting role, the 1997 champion is known for his outspoken opinions, which often draw surprised reactions from his fellow presenters.

Villeneuve spent a decade competing in Formula 1, racing for teams including Sauber, BAR, Renault, BMW Sauber and Williams, the team with which he secured his world title. During his F1 career, the Canadian claimed 11 Grand Prix victories and 23 podium finishes.

Beyond Formula 1, Villeneuve also enjoyed a successful career in other categories, including IndyCar, the 24 Hours of Le Mans and NASCAR.

Anthony Davidson – Expert and analyst

Anthony Davidson endured a brief and difficult Formula 1 career, making two race starts for Minardi in 2002, both of which ended in retirement. After several years working as a test driver, the Brit returned to the grid with Super Aguri in 2007, but his F1 career came to an abrupt end the following season when the team withdrew from the championship after four races due to financial difficulties.

Davidson enjoyed far greater success after leaving Formula 1, winning the World Endurance Championship in 2014 and securing podium finishes at the 24 Hours of Le Mans in 2020 and 2021.

He joined the Sky Sports F1 team in 2012, providing analysis and technical insight as a former driver. Davidson first stepped into the commentary box in 2017 when Paul di Resta was called up to drive for Williams after Felipe Massa fell ill ahead of the Hungarian Grand Prix.

Naomi Schiff – Expert and analyst

Naomi Schiff has been confirmed as part of the Sky Sports F1 presenting line-up for 2026, although she is not expected to appear on screen until later in the year after giving birth in late 2025.

Schiff joined the broadcaster as an analyst in 2022 following a successful racing career. The Rwandan-Belgian driver competed in the W Series in 2019 and previously won the 2014 Clio Cup China Series. She also finished runner-up in class at both the 2014 24 Hours of Zolder (Class 2) and the 2018 24 Hours of Nürburgring (Cup X).

Like many members of the Sky Sports team, Schiff brings technical insight from her experience as a driver. She also has first-hand knowledge of several current Formula 1 stars, having raced against Max Verstappen, Charles Leclerc and George Russell during their early karting careers.

Jamie Chadwick – Expert and analyst

Jamie Chadwick is the latest addition to the Sky Sports F1 team, completing the broadcaster’s line-up for the 2026 season. The Brit is also an accomplished racing driver, having won all three W Series titles in 2019, 2021 and 2022.

She added further success to her resume in 2025 by claiming the European Le Mans Series title, securing three victories and four podium finishes during the campaign.

Chadwick also maintains close ties to the Formula 1 paddock through her role with Williams Racing, where she serves as an ambassador and driver academy advisor for the team’s F1 Academy programme. She has also worked as a test driver for the Jaguar Formula E team.

She first appeared on Sky Sports during the 2024 Singapore Grand Prix before becoming a more regular pundit throughout the 2025 season.

Who are the F1 TV commentary team?

F1 TV has also seen a slight reshuffle in its presenting line-up for the 2026 season after lead presenter Laura Winter gave birth to her son, Alfie, in February. As a result, Betty Glover has joined the presenting team this year.

The change also comes after Formula 1’s broadcast rights in the United States moved to Apple, with the tech giant taking over from ESPN at the end of 2025. While the F1 TV live broadcast is not available in certain countries, such as the UK, a subscription to the platform still allows fans to access a range of content produced by the F1 TV team.

Laura Winter – Lead presenter

Laura Winter joined the F1 TV presenting team at the 2019 Belgian Grand Prix before taking on a more permanent role the following season alongside Will Buxton and Lawrence Barretto. She has since become a key figure in the broadcast and is widely recognised for championing the role of women in motorsport.

During the 2024 Saudi Arabian Grand Prix, Winter delivered a speech that quickly went viral following the announcement that Red Bull team principal Christian Horner was being investigated for inappropriate workplace behaviour, allegations he was later cleared of.

Alongside her Formula 1 commitments, Winter has also presented coverage across a number of other sports, including British Cycling road and cyclo-cross events as well as the World Rallycross Championship.

It is not yet known when Winter will return to F1 TV following her maternity leave.

James Hinchcliffe – Presenter

Six-time IndyCar race winner James Hinchcliffe first joined F1 TV in 2023, initially balancing his appearances with work on Channel 4’s Formula 1 coverage. He became a more regular part of the F1 TV presenting line-up in 2025, although he does not attend every Grand Prix due to his commitments in the United States.

Hinchcliffe currently leads Fox’s IndyCar coverage alongside Will Buxton and Townsend Bell, a role that often overlaps with the Formula 1 calendar.

Before joining F1 TV, Hinchcliffe began working as an IndyCar analyst for NBC Sports in 2020, where he also contributed to IMSA coverage at events he was not competing in.

Lawrence Barretto – Presenter

Lawrence Barretto joined the F1 TV team in 2022 in a presenting role after previously working as a journalist for Formula1.com. He has often been praised for his insight and strong rapport with drivers, which regularly leads to engaging exchanges during press conferences.

Before joining F1 TV, Barretto worked on Channel 4’s Formula 1 coverage. Prior to that, he built his reputation in motorsport journalism with roles at BBC Sport and Autosport.

Chris Medland – Presenter

Chris Medland is a freelance Formula 1 journalist who contributes to a range of broadcasters and publications, including Motor Sport Magazine, SiriusXM and RACER. He has been named as part of the F1 TV presenting line-up for the 2026 season, having previously worked with the broadcaster as a special contributor to its website since January 2019.

Medland has covered Formula 1 since 2011, when he joined ESPN as an assistant editor. He brings more than 18 years of experience in sports journalism, having begun his career covering football and other sports at the BBC.

Alex Jacques – Lead commentator

Alex Jacques is the lead commentator for F1 TV’s coverage and previously balanced the role with commentary duties in Formula 2, where he spent a decade covering the feeder series. In 2024, he announced he would step away from F2 commentary to focus more fully on Formula 1.

Jacques has worked as a motorsport commentator since 2015, beginning with BBC Radio 5 Live before moving to Channel 4 in 2021 to replace Ben Edwards as the network’s lead F1 commentator.

Alongside his F1 TV work, Jacques has also contributed to major motorsport broadcasts, including the 2020 Indianapolis 500 and the 2023 and 2024 editions of the 24 Hours of Le Mans. In 2025, he also released a book titled Grid to Glory: 75 Milestone Formula One Moments.

Jolyon Palmer – Commentator

Former Formula 1 driver Jolyon Palmer joined the F1 TV commentary team in 2024, partnering Alex Jacques in the booth. Palmer made his F1 debut with Renault in 2016, completing a full season before being replaced by Carlos Sainz after 16 races of the 2017 campaign.

Following the end of his Formula 1 career, Palmer moved into broadcasting, joining the BBC Radio 5 Live commentary team alongside Jack Nicholls and Jennie Gow. He later transitioned into written analysis with Sky Sports F1, where he became well known for his detailed race breakdowns.

David Coulthard

David Coulthard also returns to the F1 TV team, sharing his broadcasting duties with Channel 4, where he has been part of the network’s Formula 1 coverage since 2016. The former Williams, McLaren and Red Bull driver also co-owns Whisper Films with ex-presenter Jake Humphrey, the production company responsible for producing Channel 4’s F1 coverage.

Coulthard enjoyed a distinguished 15-year career in Formula 1, securing 13 Grand Prix victories and 62 podium finishes before retiring from the sport at the end of the 2008 season.

Juan Pablo Montoya

Seven-time Formula 1 race winner Juan Pablo Montoya joins the F1 TV line-up in 2026 after making several guest appearances for the broadcaster during the previous season.

Montoya spent seven seasons competing in Formula 1, beginning his career with Williams before moving to McLaren in 2005. However, his time with the team ended the following year after a strained relationship with senior management, including Ron Dennis and Martin Whitmarsh.

During his F1 career, the Colombian secured seven Grand Prix victories and established a reputation as one of the sport’s most aggressive and exciting drivers.

Ruth Buscombe

Ruth Buscombe joined the F1 TV team in 2024 after leaving her role as Sauber’s head of race strategy the previous year. She brings extensive strategic expertise to the broadcast, having previously worked with several Formula 1 teams including Ferrari, Haas and Sauber.

During her time in the paddock, Buscombe worked closely with drivers such as Felipe Massa, Kimi Räikkönen and Romain Grosjean, building a reputation as one of the sport’s most respected strategists.

Alex Brundle

2016 European Le Mans Series LMP3 champion Alex Brundle joined the F1 TV team in 2024 while continuing his racing career. The son of former Formula 1 driver and Sky Sports commentator Martin Brundle, he has built an extensive motorsport career spanning more than two decades.

Brundle has competed across a variety of categories, including Formula 2, GP3 and endurance racing, bringing a broad range of experience and technical insight to his broadcasting work.

Sam Collins – Technical Analyst

Sam Collins continues in his role as F1 TV’s technical analyst in 2026 after stepping into the position in 2024. Collins has often credited his passion for motorsport to work experience at Williams when he was 16, which later led him to pursue an automotive engineering degree at Oxford Brookes University two years later.

Before joining F1 TV, Collins worked as a journalist for Motorsport News and Autosport. Alongside his motorsport career, he also serves as a Liberal Democrat councillor in Hitchin, near Stevenage.

Ariana Bravo

Ariana Bravo is a presenter for Formula 1 and also works as a freelance contributor on Channel 4’s motorsport coverage. She has six years of experience working in the sport, having begun her career as a presenter for the non-profit organisation Driven by Diversity.

After joining the Motorsport Network as a podcast host in 2021, Bravo later moved into a presenting role with Formula 1 the same year. She is now a familiar face during race weekends, regularly hosting fan events and stage interviews with drivers.

Alice Powell

Alice Powell made history in 2010 when she became the first woman to win a Formula Renault championship, before going on to become the first female driver to score points in GP3 two years later.

After the W Series entered administration in 2022, Powell moved into a simulator and development driver role with Envision Racing in Formula E. Alongside that position, she has also worked as a driver coach and manager for 2024 F1 Academy champion Abbi Pulling.

Powell previously joined Sky Sports’ Formula 2 coverage in 2020 before later taking on a part-time commentary role with F1 TV.

Betty Glover

Freelance sports presenter Betty Glover officially joins the F1 TV line-up in 2026, stepping into a reporting role at the start of the season while Laura Winter was on maternity leave.

Glover has spent much of the past decade working with the BBC, covering a range of sports including football, cricket, gymnastics and netball. Since 2020, she has regularly appeared on BBC Radio 5 Live as part of its sports coverage.

Alongside her broadcasting work, Glover is also known for co-presenting the popular Formula 1 podcast The Fast and The Curious alongside Christian Hewgill and Greg James.