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Matthew Hobkinson

GPFans Global lead editor Matthew Hobkinson is a top young sports journalist who specialises in Formula 1, joining the team in the summer of 2023.

A proper petrolhead, Matt learnt his trade with PA Media and became one of just four graduates among his cohort to be offered a full-time role at the company upon the completion of his NCTJ Diploma, making his first splash in journalism in the world of Premier League football.

Matt would go on to cut his teeth at the Manchester Evening News and become an integral part of their coverage of both Manchester United and Manchester City, before moving after six months to run LeedsLive’s matchday blogs for Leeds United’s Premier League games, while also covering live managerial press conferences for the club. Next, Matt switched to ChronicleLive, helping the site capitalise on growing interest in Newcastle United.

Since making the switch to GPFans, Matt has become one of the site's most important and influential figures and counts interviewing Jenson Button as a true career highlight.

Latest F1 news

F1 News Today: Hamilton in SHOCK failure admission as FIA announce disqualification at Abu Dhabi Grand Prix
F1 Today

F1 News Today: Hamilton in SHOCK failure admission as FIA announce disqualification at Abu Dhabi Grand Prix

  • December 9, 2024 15:49

Sun 08 dec

FIA announce LATE penalty as new champion crowned at Abu Dhabi Grand Prix - GPFans F1 Recap
GPFans Recap

FIA announce LATE penalty as new champion crowned at Abu Dhabi Grand Prix - GPFans F1 Recap

  • December 8, 2024 23:52
F1 News Today: FIA announce last-minute Hamilton change as investigation launched at Abu Dhabi Grand Prix
F1 Today

F1 News Today: FIA announce last-minute Hamilton change as investigation launched at Abu Dhabi Grand Prix

  • December 8, 2024 12:50

Sat 07 dec

Ricciardo BOMBSHELL drops as shock replacement made at Abu Dhabi Grand Prix - GPFans F1 Recap
GPFans Recap

Ricciardo BOMBSHELL drops as shock replacement made at Abu Dhabi Grand Prix - GPFans F1 Recap

  • December 7, 2024 23:52

Sun 01 dec

F1 News Today: Verstappen penalty verdict announced as Red Bull star ruled OUT of race
F1 Today

F1 News Today: Verstappen penalty verdict announced as Red Bull star ruled OUT of race

  • December 1, 2024 20:50

Sat 30 nov

Perez BOMBSHELL drops as F1 team sign NEW driver for 2025 - GPFans F1 Recap
GPFans Recap

Perez BOMBSHELL drops as F1 team sign NEW driver for 2025 - GPFans F1 Recap

  • November 30, 2024 23:53
Red Bull F1 driver DEMOTED hours before race at Qatar Grand Prix
Qatar Grand Prix

Red Bull F1 driver DEMOTED hours before race at Qatar Grand Prix

  • November 30, 2024 13:12
F1 News Today: Verstappen to be replaced as driver change announced at Qatar Grand Prix
F1 Today

F1 News Today: Verstappen to be replaced as driver change announced at Qatar Grand Prix

  • November 30, 2024 11:29

Fri 29 nov

F1 drivers stung by NEW rule as FIA investigation launched at Qatar Grand Prix - GPFans Recap
GPFans Recap

F1 drivers stung by NEW rule as FIA investigation launched at Qatar Grand Prix - GPFans Recap

  • November 29, 2024 23:53

Sun 24 nov

FIA confirm Las Vegas F1 GP PENALTY in major title moment
Las Vegas Grand Prix

FIA confirm Las Vegas F1 GP PENALTY in major title moment

  • November 24, 2024 07:41
FIA announce F1 penalty in MAJOR title twist at Las Vegas Grand Prix
Las Vegas Grand Prix

FIA announce F1 penalty in MAJOR title twist at Las Vegas Grand Prix

  • November 24, 2024 07:32

Sat 23 nov

F1 News Today: Team-mates collide as Hamilton BLAME emerges at Las Vegas Grand Prix
F1 Today

F1 News Today: Team-mates collide as Hamilton BLAME emerges at Las Vegas Grand Prix

  • November 23, 2024 19:38
EXCLUSIVE: US F1 star hints at MAJOR Las Vegas GP changes
GPFans Exclusive

EXCLUSIVE: US F1 star hints at MAJOR Las Vegas GP changes

  • November 23, 2024 00:00

Fri 22 nov

F1 star set for PENALTY at Las Vegas Grand Prix
Las Vegas Grand Prix

F1 star set for PENALTY at Las Vegas Grand Prix

  • November 22, 2024 23:00
F1 News Today: Verstappen in Las Vegas GP NIGHTMARE as FIA announce major penalty
F1 Today

F1 News Today: Verstappen in Las Vegas GP NIGHTMARE as FIA announce major penalty

  • November 22, 2024 14:36
FIA announce major PENALTY for F1 star at Las Vegas Grand Prix
Las Vegas Grand Prix

FIA announce major PENALTY for F1 star at Las Vegas Grand Prix

  • November 22, 2024 08:42

Wed 20 nov

EXCLUSIVE: Axed F1 star makes 'aggressive' Las Vegas Grand Prix claim
GPFans Exclusive

EXCLUSIVE: Axed F1 star makes 'aggressive' Las Vegas Grand Prix claim

  • November 20, 2024 12:56

Sun 03 nov

Channel 4 F1 highlights today: How to watch the 2024 Brazilian Grand Prix FREE
Brazilian Grand Prix

Channel 4 F1 highlights today: How to watch the 2024 Brazilian Grand Prix FREE

  • November 3, 2024 16:41
F1 News Today: FIA issue MULTIPLE penalties as Verstappen hit with LATE demotion at Brazilian Grand Prix
F1 Today

F1 News Today: FIA issue MULTIPLE penalties as Verstappen hit with LATE demotion at Brazilian Grand Prix

  • November 3, 2024 13:54
Ferrari star hit with CONTROVERSIAL Verstappen punishment
Latest F1 News

Ferrari star hit with CONTROVERSIAL Verstappen punishment

  • November 3, 2024 03:00

Sat 02 nov

WRONG Brazilian Grand Prix sprint race winner announced as FIA issue official statement - GPFans F1 Recap
GPFans Recap

WRONG Brazilian Grand Prix sprint race winner announced as FIA issue official statement - GPFans F1 Recap

  • November 2, 2024 23:57
FIA issue TRIPLE penalty at Brazilian Grand Prix
Breaking F1 News

FIA issue TRIPLE penalty at Brazilian Grand Prix

  • November 2, 2024 14:00
FIA issue last-minute penalties for THREE F1 stars at Brazilian Grand Prix
Brazilian Grand Prix

FIA issue last-minute penalties for THREE F1 stars at Brazilian Grand Prix

  • November 2, 2024 13:55
FIA hit Ferrari star with CONTROVERSIAL punishment at Brazilian Grand Prix
Latest F1 News

FIA hit Ferrari star with CONTROVERSIAL punishment at Brazilian Grand Prix

  • November 2, 2024 12:42

Fri 01 nov

F1 News Today: Mercedes drop bombshell as Hamilton to SWAP teams at Brazilian Grand Prix
F1 Today

F1 News Today: Mercedes drop bombshell as Hamilton to SWAP teams at Brazilian Grand Prix

  • November 1, 2024 13:22

Thu 31 oct

Ricciardo BOMBSHELL drops as F1 team announce 2025 driver lineup change - GPFans F1 Recap
GPFans Recap

Ricciardo BOMBSHELL drops as F1 team announce 2025 driver lineup change - GPFans F1 Recap

  • October 31, 2024 23:57

Wed 30 oct

Red Bull reveal FIA COMPLAINT plan after Verstappen penalized
Red Bull

Red Bull reveal FIA COMPLAINT plan after Verstappen penalized

  • October 30, 2024 21:00
Alonso health update announced with Aston Martin statement
Fernando Alonso

Alonso health update announced with Aston Martin statement

  • October 30, 2024 18:55
Horner announces Red Bull PROTEST plan after Verstappen FIA punishments
Red Bull

Horner announces Red Bull PROTEST plan after Verstappen FIA punishments

  • October 30, 2024 08:27
Wolff drops MAJOR Mercedes financial bombshell
Mercedes

Wolff drops MAJOR Mercedes financial bombshell

  • October 30, 2024 00:00

Mon 28 oct

F1 News Today: Mexican GP investigation launched as Ferrari face late FIA punishment
F1 Today

F1 News Today: Mexican GP investigation launched as Ferrari face late FIA punishment

  • October 28, 2024 21:18
EXCLUSIVE: Perez given Verstappen team-mate warning at Red Bull
GPFans Exclusive

EXCLUSIVE: Perez given Verstappen team-mate warning at Red Bull

  • October 28, 2024 18:57
Ferrari star risks FIA punishment after LATE Mexican GP incident
Mexican Grand Prix

Ferrari star risks FIA punishment after LATE Mexican GP incident

  • October 28, 2024 05:00
Shock F1 star celebrates Mexican Grand Prix victory as FIA announce LATE DEMOTION - GPFans F1 Recap
GPFans Recap

Shock F1 star celebrates Mexican Grand Prix victory as FIA announce LATE DEMOTION - GPFans F1 Recap

  • October 28, 2024 00:54
Ferrari star facing LATE FIA punishment at Mexican Grand Prix
Latest F1 News

Ferrari star facing LATE FIA punishment at Mexican Grand Prix

  • October 28, 2024 00:46

Sun 27 oct

Red Bull considering disastrous PITLANE start at Mexican GP
Red Bull

Red Bull considering disastrous PITLANE start at Mexican GP

  • October 27, 2024 18:00
F1 News Today: FIA issue Mexican Grand Prix grid penalty as Mercedes BREACH curfew
F1 Today

F1 News Today: FIA issue Mexican Grand Prix grid penalty as Mercedes BREACH curfew

  • October 27, 2024 16:53
Mercedes chief Wolff drops cost cap BOMBSHELL at Mexican GP
Mercedes

Mercedes chief Wolff drops cost cap BOMBSHELL at Mexican GP

  • October 27, 2024 14:54
Red Bull braced for pitlane NIGHTMARE at Mexican Grand Prix
Red Bull

Red Bull braced for pitlane NIGHTMARE at Mexican Grand Prix

  • October 27, 2024 13:56
Verstappen and Perez FUME as FIA announce NEW rule for Mexican GP weekend - GPFans F1 Recap
GPFans Recap

Verstappen and Perez FUME as FIA announce NEW rule for Mexican GP weekend - GPFans F1 Recap

  • October 27, 2024 00:54

Sat 26 oct

FIA issue REMARKABLE grid drop at Mexican GP
Mexican Grand Prix

FIA issue REMARKABLE grid drop at Mexican GP

  • October 26, 2024 18:00
McLaren 'disagree' with FIA verdict as team issue official statement over Norris and Verstappen controversy
McLaren

McLaren 'disagree' with FIA verdict as team issue official statement over Norris and Verstappen controversy

  • October 26, 2024 16:54
FIA issue BIZARRE F1 grid penalty at Mexican Grand Prix
Mexican Grand Prix

FIA issue BIZARRE F1 grid penalty at Mexican Grand Prix

  • October 26, 2024 14:56

Fri 25 oct

FIA reveal 'EXTENSIVE' Mercedes car inspection ahead of Mexico GP
Mercedes

FIA reveal 'EXTENSIVE' Mercedes car inspection ahead of Mexico GP

  • October 25, 2024 21:00
FIA announce Mercedes car INSPECTION ahead of Mexican Grand Prix
Mercedes

FIA announce Mercedes car INSPECTION ahead of Mexican Grand Prix

  • October 25, 2024 08:26

Sat 19 oct

F1 News Today: FIA confirm official BREACH as Red Bull 'cheating' verdict issued
F1 Today

F1 News Today: FIA confirm official BREACH as Red Bull 'cheating' verdict issued

  • October 19, 2024 21:13
Hamilton and Russell out of control at US GP as FIA summon driver pair - GPFans F1 Recap
GPFans Recap

Hamilton and Russell out of control at US GP as FIA summon driver pair - GPFans F1 Recap

  • October 19, 2024 00:58

Thu 17 oct

F1 News Today: Red Bull star facing contract U-TURN as Verstappen and Piquet celebrate WEDDING
F1 Today

F1 News Today: Red Bull star facing contract U-TURN as Verstappen and Piquet celebrate WEDDING

  • October 17, 2024 22:35
Horner confirms NEW Red Bull deal with critical announcement
Christian Horner

Horner confirms NEW Red Bull deal with critical announcement

  • October 17, 2024 08:26

Wed 16 oct

Ricciardo F1 exit BOOST emerges as Audi driver lineup bombshell drops - GPFans F1 Recap
GPFans Recap

Ricciardo F1 exit BOOST emerges as Audi driver lineup bombshell drops - GPFans F1 Recap

  • October 16, 2024 23:54

Mon 30 sep

F1 News Today: Verstappen and Horner feud REIGNITES as champion delivers retirement threat
F1 Today

F1 News Today: Verstappen and Horner feud REIGNITES as champion delivers retirement threat

  • September 30, 2024 19:22

Sun 29 sep

Ricciardo gets F1 team offer after Red Bull 'FORCED' change in driver - GPFans F1 Recap
GPFans Recap

Ricciardo gets F1 team offer after Red Bull 'FORCED' change in driver - GPFans F1 Recap

  • September 29, 2024 23:46
Ricciardo teases 'next adventure' as star BREAKS SILENCE after F1 firing
Daniel Ricciardo

Ricciardo teases 'next adventure' as star BREAKS SILENCE after F1 firing

  • September 29, 2024 01:00

Fri 27 sep

F1 News Today: Ricciardo TEASES next move as Horner issues Perez Red Bull demand
F1 Today

F1 News Today: Ricciardo TEASES next move as Horner issues Perez Red Bull demand

  • September 27, 2024 15:07

Thu 26 sep

Horner gets huge financial boost as Ricciardo F1 exit officially confirmed - GPFans F1 Recap
GPFans Recap

Horner gets huge financial boost as Ricciardo F1 exit officially confirmed - GPFans F1 Recap

  • September 26, 2024 23:53
RB confirm Ricciardo F1 future with OFFICIAL announcement
Daniel Ricciardo

RB confirm Ricciardo F1 future with OFFICIAL announcement

  • September 26, 2024 22:00
Ricciardo breaks silence on F1 exit with cryptic 'next adventure' tease
Daniel Ricciardo

Ricciardo breaks silence on F1 exit with cryptic 'next adventure' tease

  • September 26, 2024 21:56
Ricciardo F1 exit CONFIRMED in official team statement
Breaking F1 News

Ricciardo F1 exit CONFIRMED in official team statement

  • September 26, 2024 18:32
F1 News Today: Team boss makes shock Ricciardo admission as Audi miss chance to sign driver
F1 Today

F1 News Today: Team boss makes shock Ricciardo admission as Audi miss chance to sign driver

  • September 26, 2024 15:19

Wed 25 sep

Ricciardo Red Bull 'payout' revealed as official driver signing announced - GPFans F1 Recap
GPFans Recap

Ricciardo Red Bull 'payout' revealed as official driver signing announced - GPFans F1 Recap

  • September 25, 2024 23:54
FIA unveils brand new partnership in official announcement
FIA

FIA unveils brand new partnership in official announcement

  • September 25, 2024 17:54

Fri 13 sep

F1 News Today: Hamilton BOMBSHELL emerges as boss accused of ‘destroying’ Mercedes star
F1 Today

F1 News Today: Hamilton BOMBSHELL emerges as boss accused of ‘destroying’ Mercedes star

  • September 13, 2024 17:08
Red Bull star handed PROMOTION ahead of Azerbaijan Grand Prix
Red Bull

Red Bull star handed PROMOTION ahead of Azerbaijan Grand Prix

  • September 13, 2024 02:00

Thu 12 sep

Ricciardo makes emotional plea as Red Bull set to 'terminate' contract - GPFans F1 Recap
GPFans Recap

Ricciardo makes emotional plea as Red Bull set to 'terminate' contract - GPFans F1 Recap

  • September 12, 2024 23:49
Red Bull driver signs for NEW team ahead of Azerbaijan Grand Prix
Red Bull

Red Bull driver signs for NEW team ahead of Azerbaijan Grand Prix

  • September 12, 2024 19:41
F1 News Today: Newey's wife addresses Hamilton 'disrespect' as FIA confirm multiple breaches
F1 Today

F1 News Today: Newey's wife addresses Hamilton 'disrespect' as FIA confirm multiple breaches

  • September 12, 2024 14:10

Wed 11 sep

Ricciardo issues honest Red Bull statement as star driver REPLACED - GPFans F1 Recap
GPFans Recap

Ricciardo issues honest Red Bull statement as star driver REPLACED - GPFans F1 Recap

  • September 11, 2024 23:49
F1 News Today: Alonso drops Newey BOMBSHELL as Azerbaijan GP warning issued
F1 Today

F1 News Today: Alonso drops Newey BOMBSHELL as Azerbaijan GP warning issued

  • September 11, 2024 06:57

Tue 10 sep

Red Bull chief makes 'successor' plans as Ricciardo addresses SCATHING criticism - GPFans F1 Recap
GPFans Recap

Red Bull chief makes 'successor' plans as Ricciardo addresses SCATHING criticism - GPFans F1 Recap

  • September 10, 2024 23:57

Mon 09 sep

F1 champion claims McLaren's 'DNA' hurting team in Red Bull title fight
McLaren

F1 champion claims McLaren's 'DNA' hurting team in Red Bull title fight

  • September 9, 2024 10:57
Hamilton hit with Mercedes exit reality in 'emotional' moment
Lewis Hamilton

Hamilton hit with Mercedes exit reality in 'emotional' moment

  • September 9, 2024 05:00

Sun 08 sep

Verstappen defends X-RATED radio rants amid Red Bull struggles
Max Verstappen

Verstappen defends X-RATED radio rants amid Red Bull struggles

  • September 8, 2024 18:57
Newey's JAW-DROPPING Aston Martin contract details 'revealed'
Adrian Newey News

Newey's JAW-DROPPING Aston Martin contract details 'revealed'

  • September 8, 2024 09:57
Newey Aston Martin 'deal' worth up to $200 MILLION as astonishing contract details emerge
Adrian Newey

Newey Aston Martin 'deal' worth up to $200 MILLION as astonishing contract details emerge

  • September 8, 2024 01:00
Ricciardo QUESTIONED as 'promotion' to Red Bull discussed
Daniel Ricciardo

Ricciardo QUESTIONED as 'promotion' to Red Bull discussed

  • September 8, 2024 00:00

Sat 07 sep

Verstappen issues clear instruction to critics as star defends X-RATED Red Bull rants
Max Verstappen

Verstappen issues clear instruction to critics as star defends X-RATED Red Bull rants

  • September 7, 2024 23:00
Ricciardo's Red Bull 'PROMOTION' discussed as F1 future hangs in the balance
Daniel Ricciardo

Ricciardo's Red Bull 'PROMOTION' discussed as F1 future hangs in the balance

  • September 7, 2024 21:57
Hamilton in EMOTIONAL outpour as F1 star 'hit' by reality of Mercedes exit
Lewis Hamilton

Hamilton in EMOTIONAL outpour as F1 star 'hit' by reality of Mercedes exit

  • September 7, 2024 18:57
Haas confirm F1 driver REPLACEMENT for Azerbaijan GP
Latest F1 News

Haas confirm F1 driver REPLACEMENT for Azerbaijan GP

  • September 7, 2024 03:00

Fri 06 sep

F1 team announce official driver REPLACEMENT
Latest F1 News

F1 team announce official driver REPLACEMENT

  • September 6, 2024 18:59

Tue 03 sep

McLaren star delivers SAVAGE put-down following Monza spat
McLaren

McLaren star delivers SAVAGE put-down following Monza spat

  • September 3, 2024 17:57

Mon 02 sep

F1 News Today: Verstappen 'DONE' with Red Bull as F1 star takes aim at team-mate
F1 Today

F1 News Today: Verstappen 'DONE' with Red Bull as F1 star takes aim at team-mate

  • September 2, 2024 20:20

Sun 01 sep

Ricciardo stung by double FIA punishment as F1 star BANNED for next race - GPFans F1 Recap
GPFans Recap

Ricciardo stung by double FIA punishment as F1 star BANNED for next race - GPFans F1 Recap

  • September 1, 2024 23:57
F1 News Today: Hamilton FUMES as FIA issue Monza punishment at Italian Grand Prix
F1 Today

F1 News Today: Hamilton FUMES as FIA issue Monza punishment at Italian Grand Prix

  • September 1, 2024 15:00

Sat 31 aug

FIA hand out penalty verdict over Ricciardo incident as Horner DUMBSTRUCK by Monza disaster - GPFans F1 Recap
GPFans Recap

FIA hand out penalty verdict over Ricciardo incident as Horner DUMBSTRUCK by Monza disaster - GPFans F1 Recap

  • August 31, 2024 23:57

Fri 30 aug

F1 News Today: Italian Grand Prix rocked by CRASH as Mercedes announce driver replacement
F1 Today

F1 News Today: Italian Grand Prix rocked by CRASH as Mercedes announce driver replacement

  • August 30, 2024 16:57

Thu 29 aug

Ricciardo needs F1 MIRACLE as Red Bull announce driver replacement - GPFans F1 Recap
GPFans Recap

Ricciardo needs F1 MIRACLE as Red Bull announce driver replacement - GPFans F1 Recap

  • August 29, 2024 23:57

Tue 27 aug

F1 News Today: Mercedes confirm driver swap as IMMEDIATE replacement announced ahead of Italian GP
F1 Today

F1 News Today: Mercedes confirm driver swap as IMMEDIATE replacement announced ahead of Italian GP

  • August 27, 2024 20:35

Mon 26 aug

Ricciardo's Red Bull promotion outlined as Marko makes Perez admission - GPFans F1 Recap
GPFans Recap

Ricciardo's Red Bull promotion outlined as Marko makes Perez admission - GPFans F1 Recap

  • August 26, 2024 23:57
F1 driver punished for SPEEDING during Dutch Grand Prix
Dutch Grand Prix

F1 driver punished for SPEEDING during Dutch Grand Prix

  • August 26, 2024 09:12

Sun 25 aug

Schumacher poised for SHOCK F1 return
Latest F1 News

Schumacher poised for SHOCK F1 return

  • August 25, 2024 11:57

Sat 24 aug

F1 News Today: FIA confirm BREACH as team hit with court order
F1 Today

F1 News Today: FIA confirm BREACH as team hit with court order

  • August 24, 2024 14:55

Fri 23 aug

Horner addresses Red Bull investigation as official FIA verdict IGNORED - GPFans F1 Recap
GPFans Recap

Horner addresses Red Bull investigation as official FIA verdict IGNORED - GPFans F1 Recap

  • August 23, 2024 23:57
F1 team announce EXCITING driver signing as 2025 line-up confirmed
F1 Driver Transfers

F1 team announce EXCITING driver signing as 2025 line-up confirmed

  • August 23, 2024 21:00
F1 team announce ROOKIE driver in official 2025 line-up confirmation
Latest F1 News

F1 team announce ROOKIE driver in official 2025 line-up confirmation

  • August 23, 2024 09:11

Wed 21 aug

Red Bull boss reveals Verstappen struggles ahead of Dutch Grand Prix
Max Verstappen

Red Bull boss reveals Verstappen struggles ahead of Dutch Grand Prix

  • August 21, 2024 21:00

Mon 19 aug

Red Bull chief issues GRIM Verstappen verdict for Dutch Grand Prix
Max Verstappen

Red Bull chief issues GRIM Verstappen verdict for Dutch Grand Prix

  • August 19, 2024 11:57

Wed 31 jul

Red Bull PROBLEM ignored for years hitting home
Latest F1 News

Red Bull PROBLEM ignored for years hitting home

  • July 31, 2024 21:00
NEW F1 team principal announced in summer break switch
Latest F1 News

NEW F1 team principal announced in summer break switch

  • July 31, 2024 16:00
Red Bull facing major problem F1 champions ignored for YEARS
Latest F1 News

Red Bull facing major problem F1 champions ignored for YEARS

  • July 31, 2024 12:57
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