Sarah Byles: “Like many in motorsport, my role is very fluid. You muck in everywhere!”

New Zealand has a famous motorsport heritage with rallying and racing, and boasts internationally-renowned drivers like Scott Dixon, Brendon Hartley, Mitch Evans amongst many more. It’s also a proving ground for the latest talent in the Toyota Racing Series NZ in which many European drivers take part. As a hot-bed for competition, it is no wonder […]

Kirstie Bennett: “I really worry about the future of F1 in the UK if nothing is done”

For F1 to be broadcast around the world, not only are those in front of the camera needed, but also those behind. Producers, Directors and Editors all have crucial roles in creating the finished article which we see on our TV screens. In the UK, there are 2 TV broadcasters who show Formula One: Sky […]

Ellie McLaren: “I remember telling my Dad that I’d be one of those people who wore overalls in the pit lane”

Behind the scenes of every Formula One team there are hundreds of employees working night and day to ensure their team perform to their greatest potential. Even once the season begins, there is no rest for those back at the factory who are continuously working on new updates and developments to improve their team’s cars, […]

Flo Allen: “always play with a smile on your face!”

Women’s football has seen a huge surge in popularity in recent years, however funding for girls’ football doesn’t seem to have kept up with this demand. This means many of those wanting to participate have to travel further distances to clubs or academies than their male counterparts have to. Someone who has had to move […]

Lydia Walmsley: “gender doesn’t categorise you into good or bad”

Karting has always been a popular hobby amongst young boys, but there is a growing number of young girls also taking up the sport and being extremely successful. Among this new wave of female talent is 16-year-old Lydia Walmsley. 2018 will see her graduate to competing in an adult formula for the first time, so […]

Alex Thomson: “I learnt to ride my bike on the pit straight!”

Behind every Grand Prix there is a team of people who spend all year planning and organising for their one week in the F1 spotlight. With the rise of social media, circuits have begun to interact with fans during other races on the calendar in order to build excitement and anticipation for their own event […]

Tabatha Valls: ‘Working in motorsport has made me a stronger person but now is time for Press Play Productions’

A F1 Press Officer is a dream job for many, but behind the glamour of the sport, it is an incredibly difficult role. Having to juggle requests from journalists, fans and the team, as well as writing press releases and organising the driver’s sponsorship responsibilities, can result in a busy, yet fun day. Someone who […]

Nicole Holliday: “I’ve always loved meeting new people and finding out about them”

The Premier League is arguably the biggest and most famous football league in the world with all clubs boasting millions of fans worldwide. However, to build up such a large fan base, teams must reach out and interact with fans on social media and online platforms such as Twitter and YouTube, as well as their […]

Beth Mead: My advice would be “play with no fear”

In recent years the popularity and awareness of Women’s football has seen a huge increase with improved TV coverage and the success of the England Women’s team at the 2015 FIFA Women’s World Cup, in which the Lionesses finished in 3rd place. Last year’s Women’s European Championship was covered on Channel 4, with every England […]

Julia Piquet: “I’ve always had a strong character, which I think comes from my Dad”

The Piquet surname is one well-known in motorsport, with Nelson Sr a 3-time F1 world champion and son Nelson Piquet Jr having raced in F1 and winning the inaugural Formula E championship, in which he still races. However, they are not the only members of the family working in the sport, with daughter/sister Julia working […]