Danica Patrick brutally axed by F1 broadcaster after fan criticism of Trump-loving ex-NASCAR driver

Danica Patrick is believed to have been sensationally dumped by Formula 1 broadcaster Sky Sports ahead of the start of the 2026 season. 

The former IndyCar and NASCAR driver has been part of their coverage for the past five seasons, first appearing during the United States Grand Prix in October 2021.

The UK broadcaster revealed its lineup for 2026 on Wednesday, with Patrick conspicuous by her absence from the list of hosts and analysts.

In recent months, Patrick has become ever-more forthright with her political views, closely aligning herself with MAGA and Donald Trump and leaving viewers split whenever she appeared on screen.

While Sky Sports is the official UK broadcaster of Formula 1, its feed was also shown in the US as part of ESPN’s coverage of the races.

Patrick passionately backed president Trump ahead of the election, even traveling with him on private jets to and from rallies.

She recently also made a speech at a Turning Point USA ‘Americafest’ event, baffling those in attendance with a story about a ‘past life regression’ that involved her living as a Native American