21/09/2025 10:10
Rachel Brookes, a familiar Sky Sports F1 presence in the paddock, has revealed the toll of a difficult year marked by vile online abuse and surgery that coincided with the Azerbaijan Grand Prix.
A tough backdrop to life on the road
While continuing her frontline reporting, Brookes has had to balance recovery with the relentless demands of the F1 calendar and the scrutiny that comes with a prominent on-air role.
Resilience in the spotlight
Her candid account underscores the human challenges behind the broadcasts fans see every race weekend, and the resolve required to keep delivering under pressure.
