It has been revealed today by the Daily Telegraph in UK that three name's have been shortlisted by the BBC as they search for a replacement for the BT Vision bound Jake Humphrey. The name's being linked with the vacancy are the BBC's Chris Evans... I know that's a big shock, but not surprising that he has been linked to the role, it is well known that Chris is a huge Formula One and is also a car collector owning a many Ferrari's.
However it now appears that Chris has been removed from the list due to his radio commitments with BBC Radio 2. He currently hosts the Breakfast show. Had Chris been given the position it would have been a famous coup as the BBC battle Sky Sports F1HD.
I have heard unconfirmed reports that the BBC will be covering every race live next year, however I must stress that this is unconfirmed.
The other name's being linked with the anchor position with BBC F1 are current pit-lane reporter, I personally would love to see Lee get the role as she has a proven track record hosting the show as she has previously filled in for Jake not to mention the fact that her Dad is F1 journalist Bob McKenzie. Other name's on the shortlist include radio presenter Mark Pougatch and the BBC's former Moto GP presenter Suzi Perry, who quit the role as the Moto GP schedule was too long.
However it has been suggested that the BBC are extremely keen to appoint a female presenter with Suzi Perry apparently emerging as the favourite.
Interestingly enough, if Lee was to take over as the presenter of the Beeb's coverage she would have to leave her role as pit-lane reporter.
The Telegraph reports that a decision on Jake's replacement will be made next week, with their line up being announced.
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