Alex Jacques

Award-Winning Broadcaster, Lead Formula One Commentator for F1TV, Channel 4 & Apple & Author of ‘Grid to Glory’

Alex Jacques’s Biography:

Alex Jacques is a leading sports commentator and broadcaster, best known as the voice of Formula One on F1TV, Channel 4, and Apple. With extensive experience across Formula 2 and other elite motorsport series, Alex has built a reputation for delivering high-energy, technically precise and engaging commentary. His ability to translate complex sporting action into compelling narratives makes him a standout speaker. Drawing on years of live broadcasting at the highest level, he offers valuable insight into performance, communication and decision making under pressure.

Alex began his career with BBC Radio Suffolk, covering local football before progressing to Premier League fixtures featuring top clubs such as Manchester United and Liverpool. Alongside this, he worked as a reporter for The Times, broadening his expertise across sports including cricket and GP3. His transition into motorsport commentary marked a pivotal shift, leading to his role covering GP2 and its rebrand to Formula 2. At the same time, he played an active role in the coverage of Formula Three, Esports and BBC Radio 5 Live, before moving into Formula One commentary with F1TV and taking on senior roles with Channel 4’s coverage.

His expertise has been recognised across the industry, with features in major outlets such as the BBC and Yahoo News. Alex has contributed to leading motorsport podcasts and lent his voice to the official F1 video game and the Netflix series Drive to Survive. He received the Commentator of the Year Award at the Broadcast Sports Awards and has been nominated for a Royal Television Society Award. He is also the author of Grid to Glory: 75 Milestone Formula One Moments, highlighting his deep knowledge of the sport.

Beyond broadcasting, Alex continues to expand his presence across major sporting events, including international endurance racing coverage and high-profile live broadcasts. His ability to engage global audiences and deliver consistent excellence has cemented his reputation as one of the most respected voices in modern motorsport.

Why Hire Alex Jacques?

Alex Jacques delivers keynote talks that focus on clarity under pressure, elite performance and the art of communication in high stakes environments. He draws on first hand experience of live global broadcasts to explore how preparation, adaptability and confidence underpin success. His sessions are structured, insightful and highly engaging, offering practical takeaways for business leaders and teams. With a natural storytelling style and deep subject expertise, Alex connects with audiences across industries, making complex ideas accessible and immediately relevant to professional performance.

Alex Jacques’s Career Highlights:

Here are some of the key milestones that define Alex Jacques’s remarkable career in media and Formula One:

• 2026 – Announced as Lead Commentator for Channel 4’s Coverage of The Boat Races
• 2026 – Nominated for Best Presenter, Commentator or Pundit award at the 2026 Royal Television Society Awards
• 2025 – Published ‘Grid to Glory: 75 Milestone Formula One Moments’
• 2024 – Announced Retirement from F2 Commentary
• 2024 – Covered Le Mans
• 2023 – Covered Le Mans
• 2022 – Commentated W Series Championship
• 2022 – Awarded Commentator of the Year
• 2022 – Became Official Voice for F1 Video Game & Voice-Over on Netflix’s Drive to Survive
• 2021 – Commentated W Series Championship
• 2020 – Covered the Indianapolis 500 for Sky Sports
• 2019 – Started Commentating on F1 for F1TV
• 2015 – Began Commentating for GP2