A Norfolk-born motorsport commentator has been fired from his job at a major championship following allegations of inappropriate behaviour towards women.

Jack Nicholls, who has also commentated on racing events for the BBC, Netflix and the Olympics, has been sacked by Formula E after an investigation into inappropriate behaviour.

A Formula E spokesperson said: "We can confirm that an investigation was carried out in response to complaints of inappropriate behaviour received about Jack Nicholls.

"Following this investigation, Jack Nicholls' contract to provide race commentary was terminated."

Eastern Daily Press: Jack Nicholls pictured in 2014 when visiting his old school in ReephamJack Nicholls pictured in 2014 when visiting his old school in Reepham (Image: Newsquest)

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According to the Metro, one accuser was a younger member of staff who was in a relationship with Nicholls, while the other two complaints were made by witnesses rather than those affected.

As well as working for Formula E and Netflix, the former Reepham High School pupil has covered every Formula One race for BBC Radio Five Live since 2016 and has also worked for Channel Four.

Eastern Daily Press: Jack Nicholls grew up in Reepham and went to school in WymondhamJack Nicholls grew up in Reepham and went to school in Wymondham (Image: Newsquest)

Nicholls told the Guardian: "Although disappointed with the decision, I respect it and accept why it was taken.

"I want to take full responsibility for what I did and apologise unreservedly for a couple of isolated incidents that has made those concerned feel uncomfortable.

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Eastern Daily Press: Jack Nicholls has been sacked from as commentator of Formula EJack Nicholls has been sacked from as commentator of Formula E (Image: PA Wire)

"I never meant any harm and I am committed to making amends and to be more mindful of my behaviour in future."

Nicholls, who grew up in Sparham, near Reepham, studied for his A-levels at Wymondham College and worked at the Longwater Sainsbury's store in Costessey before being asked in 2011 to provide commentary on the live FIA Formula 2 TV coverage.

His voice had reached an even wider audience thanks to the success of the Netflix series Drive to Survive. His social media accounts have been deleted after the news broke.

Ben Edwards has been announced to replace Nicholls for the final rounds of the all-electric Formula E season.