Laura Woods lined up for new TV job after stepping down from talkSPORT Breakfast
LAURA WOODS is in line for a new job after stepping down from her role on talkSPORT’s Sports Breakfast show.
Woods became the lead presenter on talkSPORT’s much-listened show just over three years ago.
But her time in the presenter’s chair will come to an end later this month.
Woods – who has been tipped to move to TNT Sports – will present her final morning show with co-host Ally McCoist on Wednesday, June 28.
An excerpt of a talkSPORT statement read: “Laura has hosted the flagship show for the past three years, entertaining millions of people up and down the country from 6am to 10am every Monday to Wednesday.
“Woodsy formed a brilliant double act with the legendary Ally McCoist, becoming a much-loved member of the talkSPORT family and establishing herself as one of the leading broadcasters in the industry.
“Her warmth, wit and detailed sporting knowledge were crucial to talkSPORT being crowned Best Speech Breakfast Show at the ARIAS in 2021 – the top honour in UK radio – and she has twice been named the SJA Sports Presenter of the Year.
“There have been plenty of laughter and light-hearted moments in her three years in the Sports Breakfast main chair, but Laura has also never been afraid to tackle the serious topics that truly matter.”
Woods – who began her broadcast career with Sky Sports in 2009 – penned an emotional goodbye to her loyal listeners.
She said: “You lot, our listeners, have given me so much comfort and guided me through some of my toughest moments, without even realising it.
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“So I wanted to thank you personally for that. I will miss it dearly. Even the Spurs fans.
“For what feels like a lifetime I’ve been a listener of talkSPORT.
“For the last six years, it’s been my home, where we get to spend our mornings talking about sport.
“There’s nothing better. I know I will never find a job like this. It’s unique.
“Three years as the host of this amazing breakfast show, three bits of silverware for the trophy cabinet and record listening figures.
“I’m very proud of what we achieved here. One thing’s for sure: I will always be part of this family at talkSPORT.”
Woods’ departure comes amid reports she’s being lined up to replace Jake Humphrey at TNT Sports.
It’s claimed TNT – who were previously BT Sports – want the veteran broadcaster to head up their Premier League and Champions League coverage.
Woods will also reportedly be in line to present TNT’s wide array of other sports.
Talks between both parties are said to have gone well, with TNT reportedly confident of securing her services.