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Newsweek
15-05-2025
- Automotive
- Newsweek
Danica Patrick Expands Broadcasting Role Away From F1 With Tony Stewart
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. FOX Sports has announced the broadcasting lineup for 2025 Indy 500, which includes former NASCAR and IndyCar drivers Danica Patrick and Tony Stewart. Play-by-play announcer Will Buxton, who recently made the move from Formula 1 broadcasting to IndyCar, will be joined by James Hinchcliffe and Townsend Bell on Sunday, May 25 for the iconic event. As testing and qualifying gets underway for the 109th installment of the prestigious race, FOX Sports has confirmed the full lineup of broadcasters for the late-May race weekend. Stewart joins as part of the pre-race coverage. He had a five year stint in IndyCar from 1996 to 2001, and clinched the championship title in 1997. Over his career, he celebrated three race wins, seven podium finishes, and eight pole positions. Danica Patrick looks on from the drivers parade prior to the F1 Grand Prix of Mexico at Autodromo Hermanos Rodriguez on October 27, 2024 in Mexico City, Mexico. Danica Patrick looks on from the drivers parade prior to the F1 Grand Prix of Mexico at Autodromo Hermanos Rodriguez on October 27, 2024 in Mexico City, Mexico. Jared C. Tilton/Getty Images As well as his successful IndyCar career, he spent many years racing in NASCAR, rising through the ranks in the Craftsman Truck Series, Xfinity Series, Cup Series, and later co-owned the Stewart-Haas Racing team with Gene Haas. More recently, after SHR closed at the end of 2024, Stewart has earned his first NHRA Top Fuel win. Patrick, who joins Stewart in the pre-race coverage, was the first woman to win a IndyCar Series race. She had an eight year career in IndyCar from 2005 until 2018. Over her time in the sport she had one race win, seven podium finishes, and three pole positions. The 43-year-old also raced in the NASCAR Xfinity and Cup Series. In both series, she secured seven top-10 finishes, and one pole position. Since her retirement from racing, Patrick has moved into broadcasting amongst other business ventures. She is currently part of the Sky Sports F1 team. FOX IndyCar broadcasting lineup Play-by-Play Will Buxton James Hinchcliffe Townsend Bell Pre-Race Tony Stewart Danica Patrick Chris Myers Tom Rinaldi Erin Andrews FS1 On The Road For Indy 500 Nick Wright Chris Broussard Kevin Wildes FOX Deportes Giselle Zarur Tony Rivera Jessi Losanda Oriol Servia NFL legend Tom Brady is also set to join seven-time NASCAR champion Jimmie Johnson to take on the high-speed "Fastest Seat in Sports" ride along. Super Bowl champion and Pro Football Hall of Famer Michael Strahan will drive the pace car in the Indy 500, and FOX NFL analyst Rob Gronkowski will take the role of Grand Marshal.
Newsweek
30-04-2025
- Automotive
- Newsweek
Formula 1 Announces New 3-Year Contract Extension With Grand Prix
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. Formula 1 has signed a three-year contract extension with the Mexico City Grand Prix, meaning it will remain on the calendar through to the end of 2028. The Autodromo Hermanos Rodríguez circuit, which was built in 1959, has been a feature on the F1 calendar since 2015, and has been a fan-favourite for it's incredible atmosphere as well as the challenging circuit. As the track sits at over 2km above sea level, the teams and drivers have additional difficulties to tackle, making for some unpredictable racing. Commenting on the new extension, F1 President and CEO Stefano Domenicali stated: "We are very excited to announce that the Mexico City Grand Prix will continue to be part of our calendar until 2028. Formula 1 is energy, passion and emotion, and every year the unique atmosphere created by our fans in Mexico City is one of the most incredible and energetic experiences of our championship. Fans show their support as Sergio Perez of Mexico drives the (11) Oracle Red Bull Racing RB20 on track during qualifying ahead of the F1 Grand Prix of Mexico at Autodromo Hermanos Rodriguez on October... Fans show their support as Sergio Perez of Mexico drives the (11) Oracle Red Bull Racing RB20 on track during qualifying ahead of the F1 Grand Prix of Mexico at Autodromo Hermanos Rodriguez on October 26, 2024 in Mexico City, Mexico. More"I want to express my sincere thanks to President Claudia Sheinbaum for her strong commitment to Formula 1, to the Head of Government Clara Brugada for her continued support and to Alejandro Soberón Kuri, whose leadership has been fundamental to the success of this event. I also want to thank the local stakeholders and businesses that share our vision and who make this event so special. "We look forward to continuing this extraordinary collaboration together and seeing the incredible enthusiasm of the Mexican fans again in October." President and CEO of CIE, Alejandro Soberón Kuri, also noted: "We are very excited to announce that the Mexico GP will be held for three more years. We are deeply grateful for the invaluable support of the Government of Mexico City, from the Head of Government of Mexico City, Clara Brugada, to our President, Claudia Sheinbaum, as well as Stefano Domenicali from Formula 1, who have made it possible to continue bringing Formula 1 to our country. "This not only contributes to the economic development of Mexico City, but also promotes our city, as well as our country, in a significant way worldwide. Together, we will continue to work hard to ensure that fans get the most out of an event that offers a unique live entertainment experience, and which for almost 10 years has shown the world the quality of the events we organise in this city." The 2025 Mexico City Grand Prix is set to take place on 24-26 October.
