Sky F1 has confirmed its on-screen team for the 2026 Formula 1 season — and Danica Patrick will no longer be part of the broadcaster’s coverage.
The former IndyCar and NASCAR driver had featured as a pundit for the past five seasons, most often appearing during the North American rounds as Sky rotated its line-up across the calendar. However, it’s understood that Patrick will not return in 2026.
Her departure comes as Sky finalises a largely familiar team for the new campaign.
Longtime presenter Natalie Pinkham is set to return to the paddock at the Japanese Grand Prix after taking time away for neck surgery. Meanwhile, the established commentary pairing of David Croft and Martin Brundle remains intact, entering their 15th full season together covering the sport. Harry Benjamin will once again step in for Croft at selected events.
Ted Kravitz continues in his pit-lane role and will keep fronting his popular post-qualifying and post-race Notebook segments.
Sky has retained a strong roster of former World Champions among its pundits. Jenson Button, Nico Rosberg and Jacques Villeneuve will all feature across various race weekends. Button, who retired from full-time racing at the end of 2025, is expected to attend more Grands Prix this season alongside his duties as an Aston Martin ambassador.
Elsewhere, Simon Lazenby, Rachel Brookes and Craig Slater remain key parts of the presenting team, with Naomi Schiff taking on expanded hosting responsibilities after stepping up last year.
Technical analysis will continue to be delivered via the SkyPad by Karun Chandhok and Anthony Davidson, while Jamie Chadwick balances her punditry appearances with her racing commitments in the European Le Mans Series.
Sky F1 2026 Line-Up
Experts & Analysts:
Martin Brundle, Jenson Button, Nico Rosberg, Jacques Villeneuve, Naomi Schiff, Bernie Collins, Karun Chandhok, Jamie Chadwick and Anthony Davidson.
Presenters & Reporters:
Simon Lazenby, Natalie Pinkham, Ted Kravitz, Rachel Brookes and Craig Slater.
Commentators:
David Croft and Harry Benjamin.
With a blend of experienced voices and familiar faces, Sky F1 heads into 2026 maintaining continuity — albeit without one of its regular contributors from recent seasons.