Michael Atkinson named as Today show's new weekday sports presenter

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 18 Oct, 21:31 · Archive

Michael Atkinson has been named the new weekday sports presenter for the Today show after Danika Mason departed.

Michael Atkinson has been appointed the new weekday sports presenter for the Today show following Danika Mason's departure on Friday. Atkinson had already been working as the weekend co-host and will now transition to the weekday role.

Mason announced her exit during her final show on Friday morning. She explained that her commitments had grown steadily and a decision was necessary about her future. 'Something had to give,' she said, adding that she had decided not to return to the show in the new year.

Mason expressed her appreciation for her time on the programme. 'I've absolutely loved my time here,' she said. 'We have the best audience and the best team. It has been such a fun two years. I've had the best time.'

How it is being reported

• Michael Atkinson named Today’s sports presenterA well-known sports commentator has been revealed as the new Today co-host after Danika Mason’s exit last week.Perth Now · 18 Oct, 21:18
• Michael Atkinson named Today’s sports presenterA well-known sports commentator has been revealed as the new Today co-host after Danika Mason’s exit last week.The West Australian · 18 Oct, 21:18

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