Simon Lazenby

Biography

Simon Lazenby is a British television presenter renowned for his role as the lead presenter of Formula 1 coverage on Sky Sports. He graduated from Durham University with a degree in Natural Sciences, where he also played as a scrum-half for the university's rugby team and captained his college team, St. Hild and St. Bede. Lazenby began his career at Sky Sports in 2002, initially focusing on live Rugby Union coverage. In 2012, he transitioned to Formula 1, becoming the anchor for Sky Sports F1 since the channel's inception. Throughout his tenure, he has presented live coverage of over 160 Grands Prix, working alongside former drivers and commentators such as Johnny Herbert, Martin Brundle, Damon Hill, and Jenson Button. Known for his calm demeanor and dry sense of humor, Lazenby has become a familiar face to Formula 1 fans, providing insightful commentary and interviews from the paddock. He resides in Wimbledon, South West London, with his wife and two children. Outside of his broadcasting career, Lazenby enjoys playing golf and the piano.