It’s only been a day since the BBC sacked Top Gear host Jeremy Clarkson and already, various names are already being thrown out as a possible replacement for the always outspoken host.
Naturally, oddsmakers are getting in on the action and a lot of them have identified Chris Harris as the favorite to land the gig. But there’s one other name being thrown around that’ll raise the eyebrows of motorcycle fans around the world.
First of all, let’s be fair. Guy Martin doesn’t have the same flair for dry with and humor as Clarkson. But Martin is a character in his own right, and while some people might not be too fond of his antics, especially to fans and the media, there’s no denying that Martin has a presence in front of the camera that not many people have.
Now, will he make a good Top Gear host? As a presenter, Martin is a great choice. He’s had experience in that regard, having starred in a multitude of shows for both the BBC and Channel 4 TV.
But the show, of course, is largely centered on talking about some of the world’s fastest and most powerful cars. Motorcycles, on the other hand, are far less talked about on Top Gear. We all know Martin from his exploits in the Isle of Man Tourist Trophy and if you want somebody to talk about motorcycles, he’s a good choice to have.
But cars are an entirely different specie and while I’m not saying he lacks any knowledge on that department, I will be curious to see how he can adjust to talking about sports cars and supercars on a somewhat exclusive basis.
Martin will be an interesting choice, to say the least. But he and Harris aren’t the only names being mentioned as possible replacements for Clarkson.
Other names that have been mentioned include model and car enthusiast Jodie Kidd, TV presenter Dermot O’Leary, comedian Stephen Fry, and in a somewhat ironic twist of fate, TV host and one-time Clarkson nemesis, Piers Morgan.
Is Guy Martin Being Looked At To Replace Jeremy Clarkson? originally appeared on topspeed.com on Thursday, 26 March 2015 13:53 EST.
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