Danica Patrick has made her first feedback since information broke that she would not be a part of the Sky Sports activities F1 broadcast crew.
Patrick was with the Sky Sports activities crew for 5 years, showing most frequently within the championship season in opposition to the USA.
However when the broadcaster introduced its 2026 lineup, the previous IndyCar and NASCAR driver was a notable absentee. Patrick explains that this resolution was her personal and was not pressured upon her.
“From my first Sky Sports activities F1 race in Austin to my final race 5 years later… it was a lot enjoyable!” Patrick wrote on social media simply earlier than FP1 began in Australia.
“I had plenty of enjoyable on SkyTeam (thanks everybody), I bought to see so many nice new racetracks and cities and bought to be a part of the large F1 growth!
“After my final race in 2025, I referred to as and stated it was time to take the following step. I’m so grateful for the chance and expertise I used to be given!”
“…and now that I am deep into F1, like all followers, I will be glued to the TV when the season begins this weekend!”
Throughout her time on Sky Sports activities, Patrick polarized viewers together with her opinions and evaluation, with quite a few memes shared on social media from fellow pundits reacting to her views.
2026 Sky Sports activities F1 Staff
Sky Sports activities will stay the house of F1 within the UK till no less than 2029.
With Jenson Button taking a whole break from racing, the 2009 world champion will probably be collaborating in much more occasions this season.
A rotating forged of professional critics additionally consists of Nico Rosberg, Jacques Villeneuve, Naomi Schiff, Bernie Collins, Karun Chandhok, Jamie Chadwick and Anthony Davidson.
David Croft will stay as lead commentator, with Harry Benjamin filling in when Croft is away from the microphone.
Simon Lazenby, Rachel Brooks, Ted Kravitz, Craig Slater and Natalie Pinkham will share presenting and reporting duties.
