David Croft

David Croft born on June 19 1970 in Stevenage England is a renowned British sports commentator and broadcaster best known for his work in Formula 1 Croft began his broadcasting career with BBC Radio 5 Live where he served as the lead commentator for Formula 1 from 2006 to 2011 In 2012 he transitioned to Sky Sports F1 becoming the lead commentator for their Formula 1 coverage His distinctive voice and signature phrase Its lights out and away we go have become synonymous with Formula 1 broadcasts Beyond Formula 1 Croft has contributed to various sports broadcasts including darts and boxing showcasing his versatility as a commentator His extensive experience and passion for motorsport have made him a respected figure in sports broadcasting