# Rachel Brookes departure from Sky Sports F1

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/rachel-brookes-departure-from-sky-sports-f1
> Updated: 2026-08-15T18:00:00.000Z. Sources: 2. Developments: 2.

Rachel Brookes, a veteran Formula 1 reporter, departed Sky Sports after 17 years with the broadcaster. While the exit appeared abrupt, Brookes stated it was a planned departure and denied rumors that her exit was linked to Max Verstappen or previous online abuse following an interview with the driver.

Following her departure, Brookes joined the talent roster of Motorsport to Business as a keynote speaker. She intends to use her experience in the Formula 1 paddock to provide insights on performance, resilience, and teamwork for corporate events and conferences.

## Timeline

### 2026-08-15: Rachel Brookes joins Motorsport to Business as keynote speaker

Former Sky Sports F1 broadcaster Rachel Brookes has joined Motorsport to Business as a keynote speaker, applying her Formula 1 experience to the corporate sector.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/rachel-brookes-joins-motorsport-to-business-as-keynote-speaker

### 2026-07-31: Rachel Brookes explains sudden Sky Sports F1 exit, denies Verstappen link

Rachel Brookes left Sky Sports F1 after 17 years, denied rumors linking her exit to Max Verstappen, and praised support from Lewis Hamilton and Charles Leclerc.

5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/rachel-brookes-explains-sudden-sky-sports-f1-exit-denies-verstappen-link

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