Phil Liggett, Date of Birth, Place of Birth

Phil Liggett

sports journalist, commentator

Date of Birth: 11-Aug-1943

Place of Birth: Bebington, England, United Kingdom

Profession: journalist, sport cyclist

Nationality: United Kingdom

Zodiac Sign: Leo

Philip Alexander Liggett (born 11 August 1943) is an English commentator and journalist who covers professional cycling. He currently commentates on the Tour de France and bike races for ITV and NBC Sports, and was previously associated with Australia's SBS.
He is a former amateur cyclist and received a professional contract in 1967; instead of turning professional, he saw a future in sports journalism after writing articles in cycling magazines about races in which he participated.