History of Will Buxton in Timeline

Will Buxton is a British motorsport journalist, commentator, and presenter primarily known for his Formula One coverage from 2018 to 2024 with the Formula One Group. In 2025, he transitions to become the lead commentator for Fox Sports' coverage of the IndyCar Series. He has become a well-known face and voice in motorsports broadcasting.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

2002: Joined Official Formula 1 Magazine

In 2002, Will Buxton joined the Official Formula 1 Magazine as a staff writer, marking an early step in his journalism career.

February 2004: Freelance Work

In February 2004, Will Buxton began freelancing after the Official Formula 1 Magazine closed, transitioning into a new phase of his career.

2005: Press Officer for GP2 Series

In 2005, Will Buxton was offered the role of press officer for the inaugural GP2 Series, marking a significant role in his career.

2008: Editor of GPWeek

In 2008, Will Buxton became the editor of the GPWeek virtual magazine, expanding his role in motorsport journalism.

2009: Commentary for GP2 Series

In 2009, Will Buxton started providing live commentary for the GP2 Series and GP2 Asia Series for Formula One Group, adding broadcasting to his roles.

2010: Joins Speed Channel

In 2010, Will Buxton joined Speed, an American motorsports cable channel owned by Fox Sports, as their Formula 1 pit-lane reporter, expanding his career to American television.

2012: Leaves Speed Channel

At the end of 2012, Will Buxton left Speed after they lost the rights to broadcast F1, a change he discovered via Twitter.

2013: Joins NBC Sports

In 2013, Will Buxton resumed his role as pit-lane reporter with NBC Sports, as well as joining their IndyCar Series broadcast team.

December 2017: Supports Liberty Media Changes

In December 2017, Will Buxton supported the changes Liberty Media made while running Formula 1, even though these changes led to him losing his job at NBC Sports.

2017: Leaves NBC Sports

In 2017, Will Buxton concluded his role with NBC Sports, marking another transition in his broadcasting career.

2018: Engagement to Victoria Helyar

In 2018, Will Buxton announced his engagement to Victoria Helyar, who was working in marketing for the Racing Point F1 Team, marking a personal milestone in his life.

2018: Appears in Formula 1: Drive to Survive

In 2018, Will Buxton appeared in the Netflix documentary series Formula 1: Drive to Survive, giving his opinions on the Formula 1 season.

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2018: Formula One Group

In 2018, Will Buxton joined the Formula One Group, marking a significant point in his career as he became known for his Formula One coverage.

2018: Returns to Formula 1

In 2018, Will Buxton returned to Formula 1 in an official capacity, becoming Formula One Group's first Digital Presenter.

2019: Appears in Formula 1: Drive to Survive

In 2019, Will Buxton appeared in the Netflix documentary series Formula 1: Drive to Survive, giving his opinions on the Formula 1 season.

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2019: Released First Book

In 2019, Will Buxton released his first book, titled My Greatest Defeat: Stories of Hardship and Hope from Motor Racing's Finest Heroes, marking his debut as an author.

MY GREATEST DEFEAT : Stories of hardship and hope from motor racing’s finest heroes

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2020: Appears in Formula 1: Drive to Survive

In 2020, Will Buxton appeared in the Netflix documentary series Formula 1: Drive to Survive, giving his opinions on the Formula 1 season.

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2021: Appears in Formula 1: Drive to Survive

In 2021, Will Buxton appeared in the Netflix documentary series Formula 1: Drive to Survive, giving his opinions on the Formula 1 season.

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April 2022: Marriage to Victoria Helyar

In April 2022, Will Buxton married Victoria Helyar, formalizing their relationship.

2022: Appears in Formula 1: Drive to Survive

In 2022, Will Buxton appeared in the Netflix documentary series Formula 1: Drive to Survive, giving his opinions on the Formula 1 season.

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July 2023: Birth of Daughter

On July 5, 2023, Will Buxton and Victoria Helyar welcomed their daughter, adding to his family.

2023: Appears in Formula 1: Drive to Survive

In 2023, Will Buxton appeared in the Netflix documentary series Formula 1: Drive to Survive, giving his opinions on the Formula 1 season.

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2024: Appears in Formula 1: Drive to Survive

In 2024, Will Buxton appeared in the Netflix documentary series Formula 1: Drive to Survive, giving his opinions on the Formula 1 season.

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2024: End of Formula One Coverage

In 2024, Will Buxton concluded his coverage of Formula One with the Formula One Group, signaling a shift in his career focus.

January 2025: Announcement as Lead Commentator for IndyCar Series

On January 14, 2025, Fox Sports announced Will Buxton as its lead commentator for its first season covering the IndyCar Series in 2025, leading him to leave his roles with F1TV.