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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

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

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F1 News Today: Hamilton BOMBSHELL drops as Red Bull announce NEW contract for 2025

F1 News Today: Hamilton BOMBSHELL drops as Red Bull announce NEW contract for 2025

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Wed 20 NovWednesday 20 november

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

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

November 20, 2024 12:56

Sun 03 NovSunday 3 november

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 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

Ferrari star hit with CONTROVERSIAL Verstappen punishment

November 3, 2024 03:00

Sat 02 NovSaturday 2 november

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

FIA hit Ferrari star with CONTROVERSIAL punishment at Brazilian Grand Prix

November 2, 2024 12:42

Fri 01 NovFriday 1 november

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

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

November 1, 2024 13:22

Thu 31 OctThursday 31 october

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

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

October 31, 2024 23:57

Wed 30 OctWednesday 30 october

Red Bull reveal FIA COMPLAINT plan after Verstappen penalized

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

Horner announces Red Bull PROTEST plan after Verstappen FIA punishments

October 30, 2024 08:27

Wolff drops MAJOR Mercedes financial bombshell

Wolff drops MAJOR Mercedes financial bombshell

October 30, 2024 00:00

Mon 28 OctMonday 28 october

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

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

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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

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

Ferrari star facing LATE FIA punishment at Mexican Grand Prix

October 28, 2024 00:46

Sun 27 OctSunday 27 october

Red Bull considering disastrous PITLANE start at Mexican GP

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 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 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 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

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

October 27, 2024 00:54

Sat 26 OctSaturday 26 october

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 '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 OctFriday 25 october

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

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

FIA announce Mercedes car INSPECTION ahead of Mexican Grand Prix

October 25, 2024 08:26

Sat 19 OctSaturday 19 october

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

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

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

October 19, 2024 00:58

Thu 17 OctThursday 17 october

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

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 OctWednesday 16 october

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

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

October 16, 2024 23:54

Mon 30 SepMonday 30 september

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

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

September 30, 2024 19:22

Sun 29 SepSunday 29 september

Ricciardo gets F1 team offer after Red Bull 'FORCED' change in driver - GPFans F1 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 SepFriday 27 september

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

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

September 27, 2024 15:07

Thu 26 SepThursday 26 september

Horner gets huge financial boost as Ricciardo F1 exit officially confirmed - GPFans F1 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 News Today: Team boss makes shock Ricciardo admission as Audi miss chance to sign driver

September 26, 2024 15:19

Wed 25 SepWednesday 25 september

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

September 25, 2024 17:54

Fri 13 SepFriday 13 september

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

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 star handed PROMOTION ahead of Azerbaijan Grand Prix

September 13, 2024 02:00

Thu 12 SepThursday 12 september

Ricciardo makes emotional plea as Red Bull set to 'terminate' contract - GPFans F1 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 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 News Today: Newey's wife addresses Hamilton 'disrespect' as FIA confirm multiple breaches

September 12, 2024 14:10

Wed 11 SepWednesday 11 september

Ricciardo issues honest Red Bull statement as star driver REPLACED - GPFans F1 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 News Today: Alonso drops Newey BOMBSHELL as Azerbaijan GP warning issued

September 11, 2024 06:57

Tue 10 SepTuesday 10 september

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

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

September 10, 2024 23:57

Mon 09 SepMonday 9 september

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

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

Hamilton hit with Mercedes exit reality in 'emotional' moment

September 9, 2024 05:00

Sun 08 SepSunday 8 september

Verstappen defends X-RATED radio rants amid Red Bull struggles

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

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 SepSaturday 7 september

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

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

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

Haas confirm F1 driver REPLACEMENT for Azerbaijan GP

September 7, 2024 03:00

Fri 06 SepFriday 6 september

F1 team announce official driver REPLACEMENT

F1 team announce official driver REPLACEMENT

September 6, 2024 18:59

Tue 03 SepTuesday 3 september

McLaren star delivers SAVAGE put-down following Monza spat

McLaren star delivers SAVAGE put-down following Monza spat

September 3, 2024 17:57

Mon 02 SepMonday 2 september

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

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

September 2, 2024 20:20

Sun 01 SepSunday 1 september

Ricciardo stung by double FIA punishment as F1 star BANNED for next race - GPFans F1 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 News Today: Hamilton FUMES as FIA issue Monza punishment at Italian Grand Prix

September 1, 2024 15:00

Sat 31 AugSaturday 31 august

FIA hand out penalty verdict over Ricciardo incident as Horner DUMBSTRUCK by Monza disaster - GPFans F1 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 AugFriday 30 august

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

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

August 30, 2024 16:57

Thu 29 AugThursday 29 august

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

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

August 29, 2024 23:57

Tue 27 AugTuesday 27 august

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

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

August 27, 2024 20:35

Mon 26 AugMonday 26 august

Ricciardo's Red Bull promotion outlined as Marko makes Perez admission - GPFans F1 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 AugSunday 25 august

Schumacher poised for SHOCK F1 return

Schumacher poised for SHOCK F1 return

August 25, 2024 11:57

Sat 24 AugSaturday 24 august

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

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

August 24, 2024 14:55

Fri 23 AugFriday 23 august

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

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

August 23, 2024 09:11

Wed 21 AugWednesday 21 august

Red Bull boss reveals Verstappen struggles ahead of Dutch Grand Prix

Red Bull boss reveals Verstappen struggles ahead of Dutch Grand Prix

August 21, 2024 21:00

Mon 19 AugMonday 19 august

Red Bull chief issues GRIM Verstappen verdict for Dutch Grand Prix

Red Bull chief issues GRIM Verstappen verdict for Dutch Grand Prix

August 19, 2024 11:57

Wed 31 JulWednesday 31 july

Red Bull PROBLEM ignored for years hitting home

Red Bull PROBLEM ignored for years hitting home

July 31, 2024 21:00

NEW F1 team principal announced in summer break switch

NEW F1 team principal announced in summer break switch

July 31, 2024 16:00

Red Bull facing major problem F1 champions ignored for YEARS

Red Bull facing major problem F1 champions ignored for YEARS

July 31, 2024 12:57

F1 team announce NEW team principal in summer break shake-up

F1 team announce NEW team principal in summer break shake-up

July 31, 2024 11:58

Fri 26 JulFriday 26 july

Haas confirm signing of EXCITING driver after ditching veteran

Haas confirm signing of EXCITING driver after ditching veteran

July 26, 2024 20:00

Thu 25 JulThursday 25 july

Hulkenberg reveals he was BLINDSIDED by major F1 change

Hulkenberg reveals he was BLINDSIDED by major F1 change

July 25, 2024 13:10

Ocon F1 team switch CONFIRMED as veteran driver ditched

Ocon F1 team switch CONFIRMED as veteran driver ditched

July 25, 2024 11:18

Thu 18 JulThursday 18 july

Verstappen reveals Red Bull are under THREAT

Verstappen reveals Red Bull are under THREAT

July 18, 2024 21:00

Wed 17 JulWednesday 17 july

F1 star tips team-mate for move to RIVAL team

F1 News & Gossip

F1 star tips team-mate for move to RIVAL team

July 17, 2024 19:00

Ricciardo opens up on biggest 'FRUSTRATION' amid F1 2024 struggles

Ricciardo opens up on biggest 'FRUSTRATION' amid F1 2024 struggles

July 17, 2024 01:00

Tue 16 JulTuesday 16 july

F1 News Today: Verstappen hints at END of Red Bull era as ex-stars raise HUGE concerns

F1 News Today: Verstappen hints at END of Red Bull era as ex-stars raise HUGE concerns

July 16, 2024 17:35

Verstappen expresses DOUBTS over major F1 change

Verstappen expresses DOUBTS over major F1 change

July 16, 2024 15:00

F1 star a 'candidate' for move to RIVALS in 2025

F1 News & Gossip

F1 star a 'candidate' for move to RIVALS in 2025

July 16, 2024 10:57

Ricciardo reveals Monaco meeting played key role in F1 momentum shift

Ricciardo reveals Monaco meeting played key role in F1 momentum shift

July 16, 2024 10:00

Verstappen hints at END of Red Bull F1 era

Verstappen hints at END of Red Bull F1 era

July 16, 2024 08:28

Hamilton set for new role as Mercedes star announces MAJOR move

Hamilton set for new role as Mercedes star announces MAJOR move

July 16, 2024 05:00

McLaren boss expresses huge DOUBTS over major F1 change

McLaren boss expresses huge DOUBTS over major F1 change

July 16, 2024 01:00

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