Martin Brundle, Jenson Button Lead Tributes as Louise Goodman Retires After 30 Years: ‘You’ve Done So Much For Motorsports’

Louise Goodman’s retirement has prompted an emotional response from the Formula 1 paddock, with Martin Brundle, Jenson Button and former colleague Steve Rider paying tribute to one of the most familiar faces in British motorsport broadcasting.

Goodman brought her long career to a close following the final round of the 2026 British Touring Car Championship (BTCC) at Brands Hatch on Sunday. Having spent three decades covering motorsport, she leaves behind a career that took her from Formula 1’s pit lanes to the heart of British touring car racing.

Brundle praised Goodman for her contribution to the sport and the opportunities she helped create for women, while Button recalled their shared memories from his early years in Formula 1. Rider, who retired from broadcasting in 2025, described her departure as the end of an era, as quoted by Planet F1. 

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Martin Brundle Praises Louise Goodman’s Contribution to Motorsport

Brundle, who worked alongside Goodman during their time at Jordan before joining ITV’s Formula 1 broadcasting team, was among those to congratulate her on her career.

“From Singapore to Brands Hatch, congratulations, Lou, on all you’ve achieved in the BTCC,” Brundle said as mentioned by Planet F1. 

“It was a great pleasure working with you at Jordan in ’96, and then we went together to F1 ITV.”

The former Formula 1 driver also highlighted Goodman’s influence beyond her work in front of the camera, particularly her contribution to improving opportunities for women in motorsport.

“You’ve done so much for motorsport, young people in motorsport, and particularly females,” he added.

“I’m really proud of you, and I hope we see you some more in Formula 1.”