Alternative F1 Commentary Available in Australia
For the first time outside of the home race, Australian fans can enjoy an alternative to the usual Sky Sports F1 commentary tonight. F1TV coverage will now be accessible in Australia, with Foxtel and Kayo streaming the event alongside Sky Sports F1, which has been the official world feed since 2012.
F1TV Commentary Team
The F1TV broadcast features Alex Jacques as the lead commentator. Known for his decade-long experience with F2 and F3 races, Jacques has gained popularity for his passionate calls, including Charles Leclerc’s 2024 Monaco Grand Prix win, widely appreciated by fans on the official Formula 1 YouTube channel.
Joining Jacques is former F1 driver Jolyon Palmer, who transitioned to commentary after leaving Renault in 2017. Palmer has developed his expertise as a pundit for BBC radio and F1TV.
Additional Coverage
- Laura Winter
- Lawrence Barretto
- James Hinchcliffe
These presenters contribute to the pre and post-race segments on the F1TV feed.
Broadcast Schedule and Availability
The alternative F1TV commentary will begin at 3:55am AEDT, five minutes before the race start, and will continue for the rest of the season at Las Vegas, Qatar, and Abu Dhabi.
Meanwhile, the traditional Sky TV commentary by David Croft and Martin Brundle remains available.
“His passionate call of Charles Leclerc’s 2024 Monaco Grand Prix victory often celebrated by fans.”
Author’s summary: Australian fans now have access to F1TV's passionate and expert alternative commentary throughout the season, complementing the long-standing Sky Sports F1 broadcast.