Damon Hill joins Sky Sports F1 team

Sky Sports has confirmed that former world champion Damon Hill will be part of its new dedicated Formula 1 channel.

Hill will provide expert analysis as part of Sky's coverage which will see all 20 grand prix weekends screened live, ten of them exclusively.

Sky's F1 executive producer Martin Turner said: "Damon Hill is a British motor racing legend and has incredible Formula 1 knowledge and insight. He will provide our viewers with not just a driver's eye view, but also that of a world champion. There aren't many around and I'm delighted we'll have Damon with us during the season."

Hill said he was delighted to be joining Sky. He commented: "The plans Sky Sports have for Formula 1 are very impressive, particularly the dedicated Formula 1 channel and I couldn't resist becoming involved. There are so many reasons to be excited about the new season and I can't wait to get started."


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