English on Pole Position: The Influence of English on Live F1 Commentary in Slovak and Czech

Authors

KOVÁČOVÁ Natália

Year of publication 2025
Type Appeared in Conference without Proceedings
Citation
Description Formula 1 is a global sport with English as its dominant language, influencing not only team communication and regulations but also media coverage worldwide. This paper examines the impact of English on live F1 commentary in Slovak and Czech television broadcast. By analyzing race commentary, the research highlights the extent to which English terminology, idioms, and expressions are integrated into native-language broadcast. The findings suggest that although commentators are trying to maintain linguistic authenticity, direct borrowings and code-switching are prevalent.
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