How Neil Andrews became the sport broadcasting legend that he is today

Stephen Grootes speaks to veteran broadcaster Neil Andrews about his remarkable journey from horse-racing commentary to becoming one of South Africa’s most beloved sports presenters.

Listen to the interview in the audio player below.

There are very few people in this country, who can say they've last more than 30 years in the field of television broadcasting. 

If you've watched any TV, especially sport then you'll know the name, and face of Neil Andrews.

He began his broadcasting career in 1984 as a horseracing commentator, before making the move to TV broadcasting, where he joined M-Net in 1991.

Neil is best known these day for anchoring live games and specialist shows on Supersport.

"I haven't lost any of the passion for it. And it's impossible to lose it really..."

- Neil Andrews, television sports anchor - Supersport

"I'd never seen myself in a role as a banker, or an accountant, because it's the same old numbers."

- Neil Andrews, television sports anchor - Supersport

"I'm very fortunate that most of my career has come organically. I was qualified as a teacher, so I did my teaching degree and taught for a while, but I did get a sense that I probably would be happier spreading my wings into broadcasting."

- Neil Andrews, television sports anchor - Supersport

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