Channel 4’s lead Formula One commentator Ben Edwards has announced he is to step down at the end of the season.
Ben has been with the network for 4 years in a career that has spanned 25 years.
His F1 career began in 1995 with Eurosport, before joining the BBC team in 2011 and then continued with Channel 4 when it took over the F1 broadcast rights from 2016 onwards.
“Commentating on F1 for the last nine years has been a real privilege, but it’s time for me to step back from the front line of such an intense world and take a wider perspective on motorsport and life.” said Ben.
“Working with DC, Steve and the C4 crew has been incredibly rewarding and I wish them all the best. I’ll be tuning in!”
Throughout the last nine years, Ben has worked alongside 13-times Grand Prix winner David Coulthard in the commentary box.
David added: “Ben is first and foremost in my eyes a racer, combine that with an attention to detail and encyclopaedic knowledge of Formula 1 and what you have is an individual who is unique in his broadcasting role.
“I consider it one of the many privileges I have enjoyed during my time in motorsport that I had the opportunity to spend nine years standing beside Ben in the commentary box.”
The new lead commentator for Channel 4 in 2021 will be announced in due course.
Good luck Ben on the next adventure in your life. I’ve always enjoyed your commentary on F1 and Touring Cars, and your company. ? https://t.co/BMXH2nVle6
— Martin Brundle (@MBrundleF1) November 11, 2020
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