CLASH OF THE TITANS.

So this weekend's Chinese Grand Prix marks the first time the BBC and Sky go head-to-head with their live coverage and it's a battle the media will be talking about just as much as the one on the race track. So what exactly are the main pros and cons of each and which one should you (in my opinion anyway) go for?

BBC pros

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• Jake, EJ and DC- the three musketeers! They have great banter between each other and the drivers and all three are able to lead a great interview.
• Lee McKenzie- asks the right questions before and after the race. Lee is a great journalist and is representing women in Formula 1.
• Original programming- the Beeb's features are always original, entertaining and innovative.
• Humour- I've already mentioned the banter between the main presenters of the coverage but there's something about the BBC's coverage that is light-hearted and humorous!
• F1 forum after the race gives viewers an even deeper insight into the paddock.
• No adverts during the build up!!! (Yes, this is worthy of three exclamation marks!)

BBC cons

• Betrayal- abandoning 10 races but paying millions for shows like 'The Voice'? That hurt!
• No Ted Kravitz- loved how he could make complex, technical F1 language understandable! But Gary Anderson's doing a great job, no?

Sky pros

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• The F1 Show- takes viewers one step closer to the sport as we get to see what happens on a Friday before the race weekend.
• Ted Kravitz- see above.
• Martin Brundle's great commentary- although, to be honest, I think Ben Edwards is also doing a stellar job and let's not forget Brundle doesn't even have the role of lead commentator.

Sky cons

• Adverts during build up!!!
• Costs £££
• Simon Lazenby does not yet have the ease of presenting that Jake does but I guess that will come with experience so I can't be too harsh! 

So, that's my personal list and guide to the F1 TV coverage and I will be reverting back to the BBC for this race because it just feels natural and comfortable for me. (No disrespect to Sky, I think they're doing an ok job with their first season in F1.) After all, it was the BBC that nurtured and encouraged my love for Formula 1 and to it I remain loyal. I was very impressed with their highlights packages for the first two Grands Prix and I'm excited to see what they're going to be adding to their live coverage in order to compete with Sky. 

So who will you be watching? BBC or Sky?

Aqsa