Michael Doyle

Michael (Mick) Doyle is a digital journalist for ABC News and ABC Sport, joining the organisation in April 2020. Michael is a Formula 1 writer for ABC Sport, providing coverage and analysis from the pinnacle class of motorsport. He was part of ABC Sport during the 2020 Tokyo Olympic and Paralympic Games, and covers the Melbourne Cup. Michael's background is in print journalism, covering local and state politics in regional Queensland and New South Wales. Follow him on Twitter at @MickDoyle94 Contact Michael Doyle

Biography:  https://www.abc.net.au/news/michael-doyle/12189152

78%

The overall score is a weighted number that takes into account conflict of interest, bias, deception and other practices that undermines the credibility of the source. It is calculated as:
Analysis.OverallConflictOfInterestScore * 0.3F + Analysis.OverallBiasScore * 0.3F + Analysis.DeceptivenessScore * 0.3F + Analysis.ReadabilityScore * 0.1F

A score that takes into consideration the content for flow, interruptions with ads, and overt search engine optimization techniques that makes the content hard to understand

The Daily's Verdict

This author has a mixed reputation for journalistic standards. It is advisable to fact-check, scrutinize for bias, and check for conflicts of interest before relying on the author's reporting.

Bias

85%

Examples:

  • The article shows a positive bias towards Oscar Piastri and his performance in the Australian Grand Prix. It highlights his solid race and hometown advantage, but does not mention any other drivers or their achievements.

Conflicts of Interest

50%

Examples:

  • However, the author's background in print journalism covering local and state politics may introduce some bias or agenda in his reporting on Formula 1.
  • The article does not show any clear conflicts of interest. It is written by a journalist for ABC News and ABC Sport, which are reputable sources of news and sports coverage.

Contradictions

85%

Examples:

  • The article contains several contradictions about Max Verstappen's performance in the Australian Grand Prix. It states that he had a tough outing and his car started to smoke, but also implies that he drove with a 'handbrake'. These statements are inconsistent and misleading.

Deceptions

100%

Examples:

  • The article is highly deceptive. It uses exaggerated language to praise Oscar Piastri's performance and downplay Max Verstappen's difficulties. It also omits important details about the reasons for Verstappen's retirement and his overall standing in the race.

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Broke On: Sunday, 24 March 2024 The Australian Grand Prix, the third race of the season, saw Max Verstappen's brake failure on lap three and retirement from the race. Carlos Sainz won his second consecutive Grand Prix by passing Verstappen on lap one and controlling it throughout. Ferrari finished 1-2 in this exciting Formula One event.