Sky Sports F1 reporter Rachel Brookes resigns following reports of fan abuse
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Rachel Brookes has resigned from her 14-year role at Sky Sports after speaking out about the treatment she received following a viral interview with Max Verstappen. She plans to continue covering Formula 1 in other capacities.
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Sky Sports F1 reporter Rachel Brookes has announced her immediate resignation from the network after a tenure of 14 years. The decision follows reports regarding the treatment she received from fans following an interview with Formula 1 driver Max Verstappen that became viral.
According to the NY Post, Brookes described the abuse from fans as "horrific" following the social media attention surrounding the interview. The Daily Mail also reported that she spoke out about "horrendous" abuse resulting from the same incident.
Reports from The Sun indicate that Brookes had been a consistent presence for the broadcaster's coverage over the last 14 years, performing interviewing duties both before and after races. Her departure is effective immediately, occurring just ahead of the Austrian Grand Prix.
While her role with Sky Sports is ending, The Mirror reports that the 51-year-old reporter plans to continue covering Formula 1 in other capacities. Her resignation follows a period during which she spoke publicly about the impact of online backlash on the safety and experience of sports journalists.