Who is David Croft's replacement, Harry Benjamin?

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Who is Harry Benjamin in F1
25 June at 16:15
Last update 25 June at 13:10
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Harry Benjamin is the lead commentator on Sky Sports for the Austrian Grand Prix at the Red Bull Ring. After replacing David Croft at the Emilia Romagna Grand Prix weekend at Imola, Benjamin will do the same this weekend in Spielberg and at the Azerbaijan Grand Prix later in the season.

Who is Harry Benjamin?

Harry Benjamin is a commentator, podcaster, and presenter who has done many voiceovers. He predominantly works in motorsport. Benjamin was born in London and has been involved in Formula 1 since 2021. 

According to his website, he stands at 6 feet 5 inches and boasts a 16 shoe size! Benjamin previously trained as an actor and starred in the West End. He changed careers into broadcasting and joined Formula 1 in 2021.

He joined as the lead commentator for Formula 2, Formula 3, and Porsche Super Cup. The Brit then started commentating on Formula 1 for BBC Radio Five Live in 2023 and remains the lead commentator when not working for Sky Sports. Benjamin was also part of the Sky Kids broadcast during the 2023 Formula 1 season. Benjamin helped the youngsters commentate and present the coverage.

Like he did at the Imola Grand Prix, Benjamin will be the second person to lead the commentary on Sky Sports during a Grand Prix itself in Austria. David Croft's 100% attendance record since Sky took the rights in 2012 ended in Imola, and he will have one more race off when they travel to Baku.

When will David Croft be back?

Benjamin will commentate on Sky Sports to cover David Croft, who will miss three races in 2024. Croft will return to the commentary box at the British Grand Prix, the last race of the triple-header after the Spanish and Austrian Grands Prix. He will be back behind the mic for his home race and one of the biggest events of the season.