Richard Hammond
Initially, Jeremy Clarkson wanted James May to present the rebooted series of "Top Gear"; however, May declined, with Dawe later agreeing to present the first series alongside Clarkson and Richard Hammond. When May wished to present the show for the second series due to the increasing popularity of the programme, Clarkson thought about Dawe staying and to have four presenters. However, his co-presenter Richard Hammond was very close to being fired alongside Dawe.