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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

Red Bull parc ferme issues revealed in late FIA ruling at Chinese Grand Prix

Chinese Grand Prix

Red Bull parc ferme issues revealed in late FIA ruling at Chinese Grand Prix

Yesterday 06:08

Sat 22 MarSaturday 22 march

F1 star hit with LATE punishment at Chinese Grand Prix

Chinese Grand Prix

F1 star hit with LATE punishment at Chinese Grand Prix

March 22, 2025 03:16

FIA announce late demotion for F1 star at Chinese Grand Prix

Chinese Grand Prix

FIA announce late demotion for F1 star at Chinese Grand Prix

March 22, 2025 03:03

Tue 18 MarTuesday 18 march

F1 team principal reveals what Carlos Sainz did after shocking safety car crash

F1 team principal reveals what Carlos Sainz did after shocking safety car crash

March 18, 2025 10:57

Max Verstappen benefits from F1 rule change in Lando Norris title fight

Max Verstappen benefits from F1 rule change in Lando Norris title fight

March 18, 2025 08:27

Lewis Hamilton breaks silence on HEATED Ferrari radio messages

Lewis Hamilton breaks silence on HEATED Ferrari radio messages

March 18, 2025 01:00

Mon 17 MarMonday 17 march

FIA announce major rule change as Ferrari investigation launched - F1 News Recap

FIA announce major rule change as Ferrari investigation launched - F1 News Recap

March 17, 2025 23:42

Lewis Hamilton's comments to Ferrari F1 engineer after Australian GP revealed

Lewis Hamilton's comments to Ferrari F1 engineer after Australian GP revealed

March 17, 2025 18:57

Sun 16 MarSunday 16 march

MULTIPLE F1 stars officially demoted at Australian Grand Prix

Australian Grand Prix

MULTIPLE F1 stars officially demoted at Australian Grand Prix

March 16, 2025 05:07

Australian Grand Prix race officially cancelled due to massive storm

Australian Grand Prix

Australian Grand Prix race officially cancelled due to massive storm

March 16, 2025 04:47

FIA announce late demotion for multiple F1 stars at Australian Grand Prix

Australian Grand Prix

FIA announce late demotion for multiple F1 stars at Australian Grand Prix

March 16, 2025 04:25

Australian Grand Prix: Melbourne weather sees race cancelled in official FIA announcement

Australian Grand Prix

Australian Grand Prix: Melbourne weather sees race cancelled in official FIA announcement

March 16, 2025 03:40

Fri 07 MarFriday 7 march

F1 News Today: Hamilton issued Ferrari summons as F1 star delivers 'utter bull****' claim

F1 News Today: Hamilton issued Ferrari summons as F1 star delivers 'utter bull****' claim

March 7, 2025 13:24

Thu 06 MarThursday 6 march

Daniel Ricciardo's Red Bull return discussed as new project details revealed - GPFans F1 Recap

Daniel Ricciardo's Red Bull return discussed as new project details revealed - GPFans F1 Recap

March 6, 2025 23:42

F1 News Today: Red Bull set for major change at Australian Grand Prix as McLaren concerns emerge

F1 News Today: Red Bull set for major change at Australian Grand Prix as McLaren concerns emerge

March 6, 2025 16:02

Wed 05 MarWednesday 5 march

Daniel Ricciardo verdict issued as F1 departure takes legal twist - GPFans F1 Recap

Daniel Ricciardo verdict issued as F1 departure takes legal twist - GPFans F1 Recap

March 5, 2025 23:57

Fri 28 FebFriday 28 february

Haas race car DAMAGED in insane testing accident

Haas race car DAMAGED in insane testing accident

February 28, 2025 22:30

Aston Martin F1 team make official Lance Stroll replacement decision as health update issued

Aston Martin F1 team make official Lance Stroll replacement decision as health update issued

February 28, 2025 16:04

Haas F1 car has chunk ripped off in FREAK testing incident

Haas F1 car has chunk ripped off in FREAK testing incident

February 28, 2025 09:33

Tue 25 FebTuesday 25 february

F1 News Today: Hamilton and Cullen in stunning reunion as SECRET team details officially revealed

F1 News Today: Hamilton and Cullen in stunning reunion as SECRET team details officially revealed

February 25, 2025 19:11

Mon 24 FebMonday 24 february

Christian Horner Red Bull exit verdict issued as contract bombshell drops - GPFans F1 Recap

Christian Horner Red Bull exit verdict issued as contract bombshell drops - GPFans F1 Recap

February 24, 2025 23:42

Sat 01 FebSaturday 1 february

F1 News Today: Shock Perez move proposed as staggering Mercedes deal completed

F1 News Today: Shock Perez move proposed as staggering Mercedes deal completed

February 1, 2025 18:39

Fri 31 JanFriday 31 january

Ricciardo Cadillac 2026 verdict issued as BOMBSHELL drops in official team statement - GPFans F1 Recap

Ricciardo Cadillac 2026 verdict issued as BOMBSHELL drops in official team statement - GPFans F1 Recap

January 31, 2025 23:57

F1 News Today: Hamilton Ferrari absence confirmed as team issue official statement

F1 News Today: Hamilton Ferrari absence confirmed as team issue official statement

January 31, 2025 16:03

Thu 30 JanThursday 30 january

Ricciardo F1 comeback details revealed as official 2026 statement issued - GPFans F1 Recap

Ricciardo F1 comeback details revealed as official 2026 statement issued - GPFans F1 Recap

January 30, 2025 23:57

Tue 28 JanTuesday 28 january

Verstappen issued stern Hamilton WARNING ahead of 2025

Verstappen issued stern Hamilton WARNING ahead of 2025

January 28, 2025 04:00

Mon 27 JanMonday 27 january

F1 News Today: Hamilton facing Ferrari BAN as Red Bull star gives MAJOR update

F1 News Today: Hamilton facing Ferrari BAN as Red Bull star gives MAJOR update

January 27, 2025 16:00

F1 legend Brundle retaliates over FIA punishment changes in ‘stupid’ Verstappen dig

F1 legend Brundle retaliates over FIA punishment changes in ‘stupid’ Verstappen dig

January 27, 2025 09:12

Sun 26 JanSunday 26 january

Ricciardo targeted as new role emerges for 2025 season - GPFans F1 Recap

Ricciardo targeted as new role emerges for 2025 season - GPFans F1 Recap

January 26, 2025 23:46

F1 team boss reveals NEW role for 2025 season

F1 team boss reveals NEW role for 2025 season

January 26, 2025 15:27

FIA steward claims ONE F1 team 'deserve' to win title over Red Bull

FIA steward claims ONE F1 team 'deserve' to win title over Red Bull

January 26, 2025 13:57

Fri 24 JanFriday 24 january

F1 News Today: Verstappen handed 2025 warning as Horner REPLACES champion

F1 News Today: Verstappen handed 2025 warning as Horner REPLACES champion

January 24, 2025 20:24

Thu 23 JanThursday 23 january

Ricciardo teams up with Verstappen as axed F1 star returns - GPFans F1 Recap

Ricciardo teams up with Verstappen as axed F1 star returns - GPFans F1 Recap

January 23, 2025 23:57

Rival F1 team poach driver from McLaren

Rival F1 team poach driver from McLaren

January 23, 2025 18:05

Verstappen WARNING issued by FIA steward ahead of 2025 F1 season

Verstappen WARNING issued by FIA steward ahead of 2025 F1 season

January 23, 2025 10:56

McLaren star signs for rival F1 team in official announcement

McLaren star signs for rival F1 team in official announcement

January 23, 2025 08:29

Tue 21 JanTuesday 21 january

Shock Verstappen RETIREMENT claim emerges

Shock Verstappen RETIREMENT claim emerges

January 21, 2025 19:00

F1 News Today: Mercedes in shock announcement as F1 champion RETURNS

F1 News Today: Mercedes in shock announcement as F1 champion RETURNS

January 21, 2025 16:14

Mon 20 JanMonday 20 january

Official statement issued as AXED F1 star makes stunning return - GPFans F1 Recap

Official statement issued as AXED F1 star makes stunning return - GPFans F1 Recap

January 20, 2025 23:54

Mercedes F1 star announces RETIREMENT verdict

Mercedes F1 star announces RETIREMENT verdict

January 20, 2025 03:00

Sun 19 JanSunday 19 january

F1 star issues RETIREMENT statement

F1 star issues RETIREMENT statement

January 19, 2025 09:57

Sat 18 JanSaturday 18 january

Shock Verstappen claim issued in SCATHING Hamilton verdict

Shock Verstappen claim issued in SCATHING Hamilton verdict

January 18, 2025 20:57

Tue 14 JanTuesday 14 january

F1 News Today: Verstappen RELEASE confirmed as Aston Martin announce 2025 signing

F1 News Today: Verstappen RELEASE confirmed as Aston Martin announce 2025 signing

January 14, 2025 15:45

Mon 13 JanMonday 13 january

Huge Ricciardo celebrations as F1 team conduct PRIVATE test ahead of 2025 season - GPFans F1 Recap

Huge Ricciardo celebrations as F1 team conduct PRIVATE test ahead of 2025 season - GPFans F1 Recap

January 13, 2025 23:52

Thu 09 JanThursday 9 january

F1 News Today: Verstappen handed MAJOR warning as champion issues shock FIA punishment response

F1 News Today: Verstappen handed MAJOR warning as champion issues shock FIA punishment response

January 9, 2025 15:52

Wed 08 JanWednesday 8 january

Major Ricciardo decision made as NEW driver lineup announced for 2025 - GPFans F1 Recap

Major Ricciardo decision made as NEW driver lineup announced for 2025 - GPFans F1 Recap

January 8, 2025 23:54

Fri 03 JanFriday 3 january

F1 News Today: Verstappen reveals SHOCK move as emotional team farewell issued

F1 News Today: Verstappen reveals SHOCK move as emotional team farewell issued

January 3, 2025 17:26

Thu 02 JanThursday 2 january

Major Hamilton update issued as Verstappen takes thinly-veiled swipe - GPFans F1 Recap

Major Hamilton update issued as Verstappen takes thinly-veiled swipe - GPFans F1 Recap

January 2, 2025 23:55

Mon 09 DecMonday 9 december

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

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

December 9, 2024 15:49

Sun 08 DecSunday 8 december

FIA announce LATE penalty as new champion crowned at Abu Dhabi Grand Prix - GPFans F1 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 News Today: FIA announce last-minute Hamilton change as investigation launched at Abu Dhabi Grand Prix

December 8, 2024 12:50

Sat 07 DecSaturday 7 december

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

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

December 7, 2024 23:52

Sun 01 DecSunday 1 december

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

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

December 1, 2024 20:50

Sat 30 NovSaturday 30 november

Perez BOMBSHELL drops as F1 team sign NEW driver for 2025 - GPFans F1 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 News Today: Verstappen to be replaced as driver change announced at Qatar Grand Prix

November 30, 2024 11:29

Fri 29 NovFriday 29 november

F1 drivers stung by NEW rule as FIA investigation launched at Qatar Grand Prix - 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 NovSunday 24 november

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 NovSaturday 23 november

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

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 NovFriday 22 november

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 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 NovWednesday 20 november

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 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

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

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

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