Jess Yates is one of Australia's most recognized sports journalists and television presenters.
Her reputation as one of the best in the industry is built on dedication and the pursuit of excellence.
Jess’ Background
Jess is regarded as one of the premier sports journalists and TV hosts in the country with almost 2 decades of live television experience.
Her innate broadcasting skills and knowledge are showcased through her incredible versatility to work across a number of sports simultaneously.
You’ll often see Jess hosting Thursday Night League, Fox Sports’ NRL game day coverage and then catch her hosting Fox Sports’ Supercars coverage across the weekend, seamlessly transitioning between disciplines, making her one of the most highly regarded television identities in Australia.
Supercars Media Award
2016
Walkley Awards Judge for Sports Journalism
2016
Ministry of Sport’s Women in Sports Panel Host
2013
As the face of Fox Sports’ motorsport coverage including F1, MotoGP and Supercars, Jess has a huge network and regularly interviews some of the biggest names in global motorsport including the likes of Lewis Hamilton, Daniel Ricciardo, Fernando Alonso, Jack Miller, Craig Lowndes, Helio Castroneves, Scott McLaughlin and Will Power to name a few.
Jess is also a pivotal member of the Fox Sports NRL team, hosting Thursday Night League and was a panellist on the ground breaking all female rugby League show League Life. Jess has played a diverse role across the Fox Sports channels for the last 18 years; working on the networks award-winning cricket and surfing coverage. She also hosts the NRL’s Dally M Medal and the Supercars Gala Awards annually. Her trusted knowledge and expertise across the sporting landscape make her a go to for insightful opinion and commentary.
