Key Highlights
- Sky Sports F1 pundit Naomi Schiff announces the birth of her first child after an absence from TV screens since August.
- The baby is named Raphaël Schiff-Dedieu and was born on October 8th, 2025.
- Schiff rejoined Sky’s F1 broadcasting team in 2022 and has been a familiar presence for the network.
- Colleagues and celebrities have sent well-wishes to Schiff and her family following the news.
New Life Amidst Racing Punditry: Naomi Schiff’s Joyful Announcement
Sky Sports F1 pundit Naomi Schiff has joyfully announced the birth of her first child, Raphaël Schiff-Dedieu, on October 8th, 2025. The racing driver and TV star was absent from screens since August, taking a break to focus on her growing family.
Returning to Racing After Maternity Leave
Naomi Schiff has established herself as an integral part of Sky Sports F1’s broadcasting team since 2022. She started racing single-seater vehicles at the age of 16 in South Africa, where she was born and raised. Schiff took part in various racing championships globally before joining Sky Sports, most notably participating in the inaugural season of the all-female W Series.
Well-Wishes from Colleagues and Celebrities
The news has been met with well-wishes from numerous colleagues and celebrities. 2009 F1 champion Jenson Button commented, “Congratulations guys,” while TV host Laura Winter added, “The biggest congratulations. So so happy for you, just beautiful! Hope you’re doing really well.” Fellow Sky F1 pundit Natalie Pinkham expressed her joy with a series of heart emojis and gushed: “Absolute perfection, the world needs more posts like this, love you guys.”
Max Verstappen’s sister, Victoria Verstappen, and Aston Martin car designer Adrian Newey’s wife, Amanda Newey, also joined in on the congratulations, adding their support with extra emojis.
A New Chapter for Sky Sports F1
Schiff’s absence from screens since August has left a noticeable gap in the rotating team of F1 pundits. It remains unclear how long she intends to step back from her punditry duties as she adapts to her new family dynamics. However, Schiff’s return to broadcasting is expected to continue, bringing her unique insights and experiences to Sky Sports viewers.
As Naomi Schiff returns with a newborn son in tow, the world of F1 has witnessed another milestone – one that highlights the balance between personal life and professional commitments in the competitive world of sports commentary.
