Alternative F1 commentary on offer

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By Thomas Miles

Date posted: 9 November 2025

For the first time outside of the home race, Australian fans will enjoy the chance to listen to non-SkyF1 commentary tonight.

For the first time ever, the F1TV coverage will be available in Australia, with Foxtel and Kayo providing the stream in addition to the familiar Sky Sports F1 broadcast that has been the world feed since 2012.

The F1TV broadcast is headlined by Alex Jacques, who has been the main caller for the F2 and F3 races for the last decade.

His F1 commentary has appeared on the Formula 1 YouTube channel in recent seasons, with his passionate call of Charles Leclerc’s 2024 Monaco Grand Prix victory often celebrated by fans.

Alongside him during the race is former F1 driver Jolyon Palmer, who, since leaving Renault in 2017, has honed his craft as an expert pundit for both BBC radio and F1TV.

The likes of Laura Winter, Lawrence Barretto and James Hinchcliffe are also part of the pre and post-race coverage.

The alternative F1TV feed will start at 3.55am AEDT, five minutes before lights out and will also be on offer for the remainder of the season, returning at Las Vegas, Qatar and Abu Dhabi.

David Croft and Martin Brundle’s familiar call from Sky TV, will still be available. Photo by Mark Sutton / Sutton Images)

It will be welcomed by some F1 fans who have complained about the SkyF1 coverage led by David Croft as becoming British-biased at times, with England’s Lando Norris and Australia’s Oscar Piastri going head to head for the title.

The familiar SkyF1 feed that also includes the iconic voice of Martin Brundle will still be available as usual, while the Kids call is also an option.

Aside from the new F1 Kids broadcast, it is the first time outside of the Australian Grand Prix viewers down under have a choice of calls.

Since Fox Sports started broadcasting F1 in 2015, the subscription service has offered the SkyF1 feed, while Channel Ten has set up its own commentary for the Australian Grand Prix, which featured Richard Craill, Tom Clarkson, Damon Hill and Guenther Steiner this year.

“The final four races of this Formula 1 season are shaping up to be epic; a true spectacle of speed, strategy, and unscripted drama,” Foxtel Group executive director commercial sport Adam Howarth said.

“With the championship on the line, every single lap will be critical, and Australian fans can experience every thrilling second on Kayo Sports.

“We’re all about giving our customers more of what they love, and this dual commentary option offers unparalleled choice, allowing fans to tailor their viewing experience to perfectly match the thrilling action on the track.”

2025 São Paulo Grand Prix Schedule (AEST):

Saturday, November 8th:

Free Practice: 01:30 – 02:30

Sprint Qualifying: 05:30 – 06:14

Sunday: November 9th:

Sprint: 01:00 – 02:00

Qualifying: 05:00 – 06:00

Monday, November 10th:

Race: 04:00

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An Introduction to Formula One (F1)

Formula One, or F1, is the highest class of single-seater auto racing, governed by the Fédération Internationale de l\’Automobile (FIA) and is owned by Liberty Media. The name “Formula One” refers to the set of rules or formula that all cars and drivers must comply with.

The F1 season consists of a series of races, known as Grands Prix, held on purpose-built circuits or public roads around the world. The results of each race are combined to determine two annual championships: one for drivers and one for constructors (teams).

The history of Formula One can be traced back to the pre-war Grand Prix racing, which featured open-wheel cars with supercharged engines. The first World Championship of Drivers was organised by the FIA in 1950, following the end of World War II. The first race was held at Silverstone, England, and was won by Giuseppe Farina, driving an Alfa Romeo. The first constructors\’ championship was introduced in 1958 and was won by Vanwall.

Formula One has seen many changes and innovations over the years, both in terms of technology and regulations. Some of the most notable developments include the introduction of rear-engined cars in the late 1950s, the use of aerodynamic wings in the late 1960s, the adoption of turbocharged engines in the late 1970s, the emergence of electronic driver aids in the late 1980s, the switch to V10 and then V8 engines in the 1990s and 2000s, and the introduction of hybrid power units in 2014.

Formula One has also produced some of the greatest drivers and rivalries in the history of motorsport. Some of the most famous names include Juan Manuel Fangio, Jim Clark, Jackie Stewart, Niki Lauda, Ayrton Senna, Alain Prost, Michael Schumacher, Lewis Hamilton, and Sebastian Vettel. Some of the most intense battles for the championship have been between Fangio and Stirling Moss in the 1950s, Lauda and James Hunt in the 1970s, Senna and Prost in the late 1980s, Schumacher and Mika Hakkinen in the late 1990s, and Hamilton and Vettel in the 2010s.

Formula One is widely regarded as the pinnacle of motorsport, attracting millions of fans and viewers worldwide. The sport is also a huge business, involving billions of dollars in revenue and expenditure. The teams compete for prize money, sponsorship deals, and media rights, while the drivers earn millions of dollars in salaries and endorsements. The sport is also influenced by politics, regulations, and controversies, such as doping scandals, espionage cases, safety issues, and environmental concerns.

The following is a list of all F1 World Drivers Champions by year, from 1950 to 2020:

1950-1959

1950: Giuseppe Farina (Italy) – Alfa Romeo 158, Alfa Romeo

1951: Juan Manuel Fangio (Argentina) – Alfa Romeo 159, Alfa Romeo

1952: Alberto Ascari (Italy) – Ferrari 500, Ferrari

1953: Alberto Ascari (Italy) – Ferrari 500, Ferrari

1954: Juan Manuel Fangio (Argentina) – Maserati 250F, Maserati / Mercedes-Benz W196, Mercedes-Benz

1955: Juan Manuel Fangio (Argentina) – Mercedes-Benz W196, Mercedes-Benz

1956: Juan Manuel Fangio (Argentina) – Ferrari D50, Ferrari

1957: Juan Manuel Fangio (Argentina) – Maserati 250F, Maserati

1958: Mike Hawthorn (United Kingdom) – Ferrari 246, Ferrari

1959: Jack Brabham (Australia) – Cooper T51, Cooper-Climax

1960-1969

1960: Jack Brabham (Australia) – Cooper T53, Cooper-Climax

1961: Phil Hill (United States) – Ferrari 156, Ferrari

1962: Graham Hill (United Kingdom) – BRM P57, BRM

1963: Jim Clark (United Kingdom) – Lotus 25, Lotus-Climax

1964: John Surtees (United Kingdom) – Ferrari 158, Ferrari

1965: Jim Clark (United Kingdom) – Lotus 33, Lotus-Climax

1966: Jack Brabham (Australia) – Brabham BT19, Brabham-Repco

1967: Denny Hulme (New Zealand) – Brabham BT20, Brabham-Repco

1968: Graham Hill (United Kingdom) – Lotus 49, Lotus-Ford

1969: Jackie Stewart (United Kingdom) – Matra MS80, Matra-Ford

1970-1979

1970: Jochen Rindt (Austria) – Lotus 72, Lotus-Ford

1971: Jackie Stewart (United Kingdom) – Tyrrell 003, Tyrrell-Ford

1972: Emerson Fittipaldi (Brazil) – Lotus 72D, Lotus-Ford

1973: Jackie Stewart (United Kingdom) – Tyrrell 006, Tyrrell-Ford

1974: Emerson Fittipaldi (Brazil) – McLaren M23, McLaren-Ford

1975: Niki Lauda (Austria) – Ferrari 312T, Ferrari

1976: James Hunt (United Kingdom) – McLaren M23, McLaren-Ford

1977: Niki Lauda (Austria) – Ferrari 312T2, Ferrari

1978: Mario Andretti (United States) – Lotus 79, Lotus-Ford

1979: Jody Scheckter (South Africa) – Ferrari 312T4, Ferrari

1980-1989

1980: Alan Jones (Australia) – Williams FW07B, Williams-Ford

1981: Nelson Piquet (Brazil) – Brabham BT49C, Brabham-Ford

1982: Keke Rosberg (Finland) – Williams FW08, Williams-Ford

1983: Nelson Piquet (Brazil) – Brabham BT52, Brabham-BMW

1984: Niki Lauda (Austria) – McLaren MP4/2, McLaren-TAG

1985: Alain Prost (France) – McLaren MP4/2B, McLaren-TAG

1986: Alain Prost (France) – McLaren MP4/2C, McLaren-TAG

1987: Nelson Piquet (Brazil) – Williams FW11B, Williams-Honda

1988: Ayrton Senna (Brazil) – McLaren MP4/4, McLaren-Honda

1989: Alain Prost (France) – McLaren MP4/5, McLaren-Honda

1990-1999

1990: Ayrton Senna (Brazil) – McLaren MP4/5B, McLaren-Honda

1991: Ayrton Senna (Brazil) – McLaren MP4/6, McLaren-Honda

1992: Nigel Mansell (United Kingdom) – Williams FW14B, Williams-Renault

1993: Alain Prost (France) – Williams FW15C, Williams-Renault

1994: Michael Schumacher (Germany) – Benetton B194, Benetton-Ford

1995: Michael Schumacher (Germany) – Benetton B195, Benetton-Renault

1996: Damon Hill (United Kingdom) – Williams FW18, Williams-Renault

1997: Jacques Villeneuve (Canada) – Williams FW19, Williams-Renault

1998: Mika Häkkinen (Finland) – McLaren MP4/13, McLaren-Mercedes

1999: Mika Häkkinen (Finland) – McLaren MP4/14, McLaren-Mercedes

2000-2009

2000: Michael Schumacher (Germany) – Ferrari F1-2000, Ferrari

2001: Michael Schumacher (Germany) – Ferrari F2001, Ferrari

2002: Michael Schumacher (Germany) – Ferrari F2002, Ferrari

2003: Michael Schumacher (Germany) – Ferrari F2003-GA, Ferrari

2004: Michael Schumacher (Germany) – Ferrari F2004, Ferrari

2005: Fernando Alonso (Spain) – Renault R25, Renault

2006: Fernando Alonso (Spain) – Renault R26, Renault

2007: Kimi Räikkönen (Finland) – Ferrari F2007, Ferrari

2008: Lewis Hamilton (United Kingdom) – McLaren MP4-23, McLaren-Mercedes

2009: Jenson Button (United Kingdom) – Brawn BGP 001, Brawn-Mercedes

2010-2020

2010: Sebastian Vettel (Germany) – Red Bull RB6, Red Bull-Renault

2011: Sebastian Vettel (Germany) – Red Bull RB7, Red Bull-Renault

2012: Sebastian Vettel (Germany) – Red Bull RB8, Red Bull-Renault

2013: Sebastian Vettel (Germany) – Red Bull RB9, Red Bull-Renault

2014: Lewis Hamilton (United Kingdom) – Mercedes F1 W05 Hybrid, Mercedes

2015: Lewis Hamilton (United Kingdom) – Mercedes F1 W06 Hybrid, Mercedes

2016: Nico Rosberg (Germany) – Mercedes F1 W07 Hybrid, Mercedes

2017: Lewis Hamilton (United Kingdom) – Mercedes F1 W08 EQ Power+, Mercedes

2018: Lewis Hamilton (United Kingdom) – Mercedes F1 W09 EQ Power+, Mercedes

2019: Lewis Hamilton (United Kingdom) – Mercedes F1 W10 EQ Power+, Mercedes

2020: Lewis Hamilton (United Kingdom) – Mercedes F1 W11 EQ Power+, Mercedes

2021-

2021: Max Verstappen (Netherlands) – Red Bull RB16B, Honda

2022: Max Verstappen (Netherlands) – Red Bull RB18, Red Bull Power Trains Honda

2023: Max Verstappen (Netherlands) – Red Bull RB19, Red Bull Power Trains Honda

2024: Max Verstappen (Netherlands) – Red Bull RB20, Red Bull Power Trains Honda’,
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