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David Croft is a leading British sports commentator, who has become the voice of Formula 1 over the last decade.

Croft's energetic and insightful commentary style has made him a beloved broadcaster - his ability to convey the excitement of races and his profound understanding of the sport have greatly enhanced Sky Sports' F1 coverage over the past decade.

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Formula 1, Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, Yas Marina Circuit, 12th December, 2021. David Croft.

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A print of David Croft’s original commentary notes from the title-deciding 2021 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, won by Red Bull's Max Verstappen in dramatic ...

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Formula 1, Brazil Grand Prix, Autódromo José Carlos Pace, São Paulo, 17 November, 2019. David Croft.

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A print of David Croft’s original commentary notes from the 2019 Brazil Grand Prix, won by Red Bull's Max Verstappen. Pierre Gasly and Carlos Sainz...

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Formula 1, British Grand Prix, Silverstone Circuit, 14 July, 2019. David Croft.

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A print of David Croft’s original commentary notes from the 2019 British Grand Prix, won by Mercedes' Lewis Hamilton. It was the seventh win in ten...

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Formula 1, British Grand Prix, Silverstone Circuit, 7 July, 2024. David Croft.

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A print of David Croft’s original commentary notes from the 2024  British Grand Prix, won by Mercedes' Lewis Hamilton. It was a record ninth Britis...

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Formula 1, Miami Grand Prix, Miami International Autodrome, 5 May, 2024. David Croft.

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A print of David Croft’s original commentary notes from the 2024  Miami Grand Prix, won by Lando Norris. It was Norris' first ever Grand Prix win. ...

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Early Career  

David Michael Croft was born on 19th June 1970 in Stevenage, England. He began his broadcasting journey in hospital radio at Radio Fairfield and spent three years at BBC Three Counties Radio as a sports reporter and editor.

Broadcasting Career Highlights  

  • Croft joined BBC Radio 5 Live in December 1998.  
  • He became the station's Formula One commentator in 2006, succeeding Maurice Hamilton.  
  •  In 2012, he joined Sky Sports as the lead commentator for their Formula One coverage.  
  • Over the years, Croft has covered numerous World Cups, Olympic Games, and other major sporting events.

Formula One Commentary  

  • Croft started his F1 commentary career in 2006 with BBC Radio 5 Live.  
  •  He joined the Sky Sports F1 team in 2012, partnering with Martin Brundle.  
  •  He is famously known for his iconic phrase, "It's lights out and away we go," which he delivers at the start of races.  
  • He celebrated his 250th Grand Prix as a commentator at the 2019 Azerbaijan Grand Prix.

Other Work  

  • Croft has provided commentary for Sky Sports Darts since 2013.  
  • He has also covered a variety of other sports and events, including boxing, freerunning, and motorsport competitions.