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David Croft to miss first F1 races as Sky commentator
David Croft has decided to stand down from the Emilia-Romagna, Austrian, and Azerbaijan Grands Prix due to the record-breaking 24 race calendar with multiple double and triple-header events. He missed the pre-season test in Bahrain and will be replaced by Harry Benjamin for these races. Croft has been the lead commentator on Sky since 2012 and has been a permanent fixture at the races. He aims to stay fresh for the entire season, spend more time with his family, and enjoy watching a race as a viewer. Sky’s on-screen team for the 2024 season will include familiar faces like Anthony Davidson, Damon Hill, Jenson Button, and others, with Bernie Collins having a more significant role during 10 race weekends.
