--- title: "Daniel Ricciardo and Will Arnett Will Host ‘Alternate’ F1 Race Broadcasts This Year" description: "A new broadcast, hosted by F1 driver Daniel Ricciardo and comedian Will Arnett, will run next week on ESPN 2." date: "2023-06-10" modified: "2023-06-10" authors: - name: "Nico DeMattia" job_title: "Contributing Writer" link: "https://www.thedrive.com/authors/nico-demattia" url: "https://www.thedrive.com/news/daniel-ricciardo-and-will-arnett-will-host-alternate-f1-race-broadcasts-this-year" categories: - "F1" - "News" - "Racing" --- # Daniel Ricciardo and Will Arnett Will Host ‘Alternate’ F1 Race Broadcasts This Year ![]() Over the past couple of years, *[ESPN ]()*has been offering an alternative, funnier, more insightful broadcast for the NFL, the *ManningCast*, produced by Peyton Manning's Omaha Productions. Now, *ESPN* and Omaha Productions are brining a similar idea to Formula 1, with an alternative broadcast hosted by F1 driver [Daniel Ricciardo ]()and actor/comedian Will Arnett (*LEGO Batman*, *Arrested Development*). This new broadcast, *The Grandstand with Daniel Ricciardo and Will Arnett*, will debut on June 18, for the Canadian grand prix. Both hosts will be joined by different guests in each episode, likely former drivers and famous F1 fans, who will discuss the race as it's happening. ![]() **Red Bull Team Principal Christian Horner (left), Daniel Ricciardo (right)| via Getty Images** According to Ricciardo, it will be a lighter, more fun broadcast than the typical race breakdown you get from David Croft and [Martin Brundle]() on ESPN/Sky Sports. "We will have some amazing guests, plenty of laughs and with some luck, bring fans another step closer to the sport I love so much. Buckle up America!" While the exact structure of the broadcast is unclear, it's likely going to be similar to the *Manningcast*, which features both Manning brothers (Peyton and Eli), as well as three different guests per episode. ![]() **Will Arnett (right) | via Getty Images** The pair of Ricciardo and Arnett should be a fun one. Arnett is known for an incredible dry, sarcastic sense of humor, which should contrast well with Ricciardo's bright, energetic personality. Ricciardo, being a current F1 driver (Red Bull's third driver), will also be able to provide better insight into what the driver's are going through than typical broadcasters and former drivers. So it should be a fun and interesting dynamic. When ESPN first launched the *Manningcast*, it became an instant fan-favorite, as it ditched the typically dull and repetitive broadcast with something fresh and more engaging. Hopefully this new F1 broadcast can do the same. You can catch *The Grandstand with Daniel Ricciardo and Will Arnett* next Sunday on ESPN 2 in the U.S. *Got tips? Send 'em to tips@thedrive.com* ## Author Nico is a writer and reviewer from New Jersey who probably thinks he’s a lot funnier than he actually is. His love of cars began when he was just a kid playing Gran Turismo 3, grinding out enough race wins with a Mazda Miata to save up for an in-game RUF 911. That passion for small, lightweight sports cars drove his desire to learn more about the industry, get his hands on as many cars as he could, and bring those experiences to life on the page. He cut his teeth writing about BMWs, Volkswagens, and Audis, mostly, and has owned far too many of each. He’s on his fourth 3 Series sedan, but all of his old, cheap German cars have forced him to learn more about car maintenance than his mechanical capability can handle. Too many late nights have been spent scrambling to get a car running by morning so he could get to work. For some reason, he never seems to learn that old Bimmers probably aren’t the best daily drivers. But he loves more than just old German cars. He’ll gladly drive and discuss anything with four (or even three) wheels. Cars aren’t his only passions, though. Nico is also a big nerd and loves movies, video games, comic books, and cares far too much about the New York Giants. So don’t be surprised if you see football references or dumb, obscure movie quotes in any of his car reviews. ### Author social links [Instagram]() [LinkedIn]()