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Sam Cook

Sam Cook is a talented young sports journalist and social media professional who specialises in Formula 1 – that's why he's one of our key F1 journalists on GPFans!

Having worked for a variety of different publications and brands including Vavel and Salford Now on a volunteer basis after graduating from the University of Salford with a first class honours in Broadcast Journalism, Sam went down a social media route, working for Manchester City and Manchester Utd producing sports content.

While still doing this on a freelance basis, Sam decided to make the switch back to journalism, where he has since excelled in writing motorsport articles and becoming part of the GPFans team!

Sam is a huge F1 fan and his earliest memories of the sport include the fantastic battles between Michael Schumacher and Fernando Alonso during the latter stages of Schumacher's Ferrari days. He has since enjoyed watching the rise of three more F1 legends in Sebastian Vettel, Lewis Hamilton and Max Verstappen, with the 2021 world championship battle between Hamilton and Verstappen being his favourite ever F1 season.

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Toto Wolff unhappy with Miami Grand Prix driver actions

Toto Wolff unhappy with Miami Grand Prix driver actions

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Tue 06 mayTuesday 6 may

F1 News Today: Lewis Hamilton handed FIA penalty verdict as champion in tense team boss exchange

F1 News Today: Lewis Hamilton handed FIA penalty verdict as champion in tense team boss exchange

Yesterday 20:09

Lewis Hamilton tells Ferrari boss to 'calm down' in tense exchange

Lewis Hamilton tells Ferrari boss to 'calm down' in tense exchange

Yesterday 17:00

Mercedes boss Toto Wolff slams poor F1 example set by drivers at Miami Grand Prix

Mercedes boss Toto Wolff slams poor F1 example set by drivers at Miami Grand Prix

Yesterday 12:56

Lewis Hamilton reveals tense exchange with Ferrari boss after Miami Grand Prix mishap

Lewis Hamilton reveals tense exchange with Ferrari boss after Miami Grand Prix mishap

Yesterday 08:28

George Russell reveals health issue at Miami Grand Prix

George Russell reveals health issue at Miami Grand Prix

Yesterday 03:00

Mon 05 mayMonday 5 may

Alpine ‘considering’ Doohan replacement as fans call for stunning Perez return - F1 Recap

Alpine ‘considering’ Doohan replacement as fans call for stunning Perez return - F1 Recap

May 5, 2025 23:58

F1 fans plead with Cadillac over Perez RETURN

F1 News & Gossip

F1 fans plead with Cadillac over Perez RETURN

May 5, 2025 21:58

F1 star set to lose job 'immediately' and be replaced by rival driver

F1 News & Gossip

F1 star set to lose job 'immediately' and be replaced by rival driver

May 5, 2025 21:00

Mercedes F1 star George Russell issues health update after Miami Grand Prix absence

Mercedes F1 star George Russell issues health update after Miami Grand Prix absence

May 5, 2025 20:56

Doohan set to be axed ‘immediately’ in Alpine driver replacement

F1 News & Gossip

Doohan set to be axed ‘immediately’ in Alpine driver replacement

May 5, 2025 19:53

Norris sends warning over latest Max Verstappen incident

Miami Grand Prix

Norris sends warning over latest Max Verstappen incident

May 5, 2025 19:00

Lando Norris SWEARS at Max Verstappen and Lewis Hamilton wants a tea break - Five things you might have missed from the Miami Grand Prix

Miami Grand Prix

Lando Norris SWEARS at Max Verstappen and Lewis Hamilton wants a tea break - Five things you might have missed from the Miami Grand Prix

May 5, 2025 18:58

Norris issues scathing Verstappen driving assessment

Norris issues scathing Verstappen driving assessment

May 5, 2025 12:59

F1 legend Martin Brundle shares broken bone horror story at Miami Grand Prix

F1 legend Martin Brundle shares broken bone horror story at Miami Grand Prix

May 5, 2025 09:57

Sun 04 maySunday 4 may

F1 chief launches Lewis Hamilton defence, claims he still has his 'magic'

F1 chief launches Lewis Hamilton defence, claims he still has his 'magic'

May 4, 2025 21:00

F1 Miami Grand Prix set for Norris-Verstappen Turn 1 epic

Miami Grand Prix

F1 Miami Grand Prix set for Norris-Verstappen Turn 1 epic

May 4, 2025 17:45

F1 2025 Miami Grand Prix weather forecast - Latest today as stormy conditions threaten race

Miami Grand Prix

F1 2025 Miami Grand Prix weather forecast - Latest today as stormy conditions threaten race

May 4, 2025 17:40

Lewis Hamilton asks FIA for bigger role

Lewis Hamilton asks FIA for bigger role

May 4, 2025 16:54

Verstappen makes 'seven-time world champion' Hamilton reference in telling Miami Grand Prix admission

F1 News & Gossip

Verstappen makes 'seven-time world champion' Hamilton reference in telling Miami Grand Prix admission

May 4, 2025 15:03

Hamilton reveals plans for Roscoe Ferrari debut

Hamilton reveals plans for Roscoe Ferrari debut

May 4, 2025 14:15

Channel 4 F1 highlights today: How to watch the 2025 Miami Grand Prix FREE

Miami Grand Prix

Channel 4 F1 highlights today: How to watch the 2025 Miami Grand Prix FREE

May 4, 2025 12:45

F1 Race Today: Miami Grand Prix 2025 start times, schedule and how to watch live on TV

Miami Grand Prix

F1 Race Today: Miami Grand Prix 2025 start times, schedule and how to watch live on TV

May 4, 2025 12:00

F1 Race Today: Miami Grand Prix 2025 start time, TV channel and live stream

Miami Grand Prix

F1 Race Today: Miami Grand Prix 2025 start time, TV channel and live stream

May 4, 2025 09:58

Sat 03 maySaturday 3 may

F1 Qualifying Today: 2025 Miami Grand Prix start times, schedule and how to watch live on TV

Miami Grand Prix

F1 Qualifying Today: 2025 Miami Grand Prix start times, schedule and how to watch live on TV

May 3, 2025 21:54

F1 Qualifying Today: Miami Grand Prix 2025 start time, TV channel and live stream

Miami Grand Prix

F1 Qualifying Today: Miami Grand Prix 2025 start time, TV channel and live stream

May 3, 2025 20:42

F1 Sprint Race Today: 2025 Miami Grand Prix start times, schedule and how to watch live on TV

Miami Grand Prix Sprint

F1 Sprint Race Today: 2025 Miami Grand Prix start times, schedule and how to watch live on TV

May 3, 2025 18:08

Ferrari F1 star OUT at Miami Grand Prix after pre-race crash in wet conditions

Miami Grand Prix Sprint

Ferrari F1 star OUT at Miami Grand Prix after pre-race crash in wet conditions

May 3, 2025 17:45

Ferrari F1 star crashes BEFORE race at Miami Grand Prix

Miami Grand Prix Sprint

Ferrari F1 star crashes BEFORE race at Miami Grand Prix

May 3, 2025 17:42

F1 2025 Miami Grand Prix weather - Latest forecast as conditions take HUGE turn ahead of sprint

Miami Grand Prix

F1 2025 Miami Grand Prix weather - Latest forecast as conditions take HUGE turn ahead of sprint

May 3, 2025 17:30

Toto Wolff reveals Lewis Hamilton talks amid Ferrari struggles

Toto Wolff reveals Lewis Hamilton talks amid Ferrari struggles

May 3, 2025 16:58

F1 Sprint Race Today: Miami Grand Prix 2025 start times, schedule and TV

Miami Grand Prix Sprint

F1 Sprint Race Today: Miami Grand Prix 2025 start times, schedule and TV

May 3, 2025 09:58

F1's long-term future in United States secure after HUGE Miami Grand Prix announcement

Miami Grand Prix

F1's long-term future in United States secure after HUGE Miami Grand Prix announcement

May 3, 2025 04:00

Fri 02 mayFriday 2 may

F1 issue HUGE Miami Grand Prix contract announcement

Miami Grand Prix

F1 issue HUGE Miami Grand Prix contract announcement

May 2, 2025 18:57

FIA summon Max Verstappen's car after late Miami Grand Prix arrival

FIA summon Max Verstappen's car after late Miami Grand Prix arrival

May 2, 2025 18:02

Verstappen arrives at Miami GP after media day absence

Verstappen arrives at Miami GP after media day absence

May 2, 2025 12:51

Wed 30 aprWednesday 30 april

F1 News Today: Lewis Hamilton tipped to LEAVE Ferrari as Max Verstappen transfer proposal issued

F1 News Today: Lewis Hamilton tipped to LEAVE Ferrari as Max Verstappen transfer proposal issued

April 30, 2025 16:10

Lewis Hamilton announces new signing in lucrative deal

Lewis Hamilton announces new signing in lucrative deal

April 30, 2025 10:54

Russell issues Mercedes future update in F1 contracts verdict

Russell issues Mercedes future update in F1 contracts verdict

April 30, 2025 09:58

Lewis Hamilton cancels plans to fix Ferrari problems

Lewis Hamilton cancels plans to fix Ferrari problems

April 30, 2025 08:27

Tue 29 aprTuesday 29 april

Ricciardo makes unusual return as Cadillac set for shock Miami GP reveal - F1 Recap

Ricciardo makes unusual return as Cadillac set for shock Miami GP reveal - F1 Recap

April 29, 2025 23:58

Sainz reveals driver concerns over new F1 track

Madrid Grand Prix

Sainz reveals driver concerns over new F1 track

April 29, 2025 13:55

Red Bull F1 star's unusual weakness revealed ahead of Miami GP

Red Bull F1 star's unusual weakness revealed ahead of Miami GP

April 29, 2025 11:58

F1 chief lays down the law as Norris McLaren ban confirmed

F1 chief lays down the law as Norris McLaren ban confirmed

April 29, 2025 10:58

Mon 28 aprMonday 28 april

Lewis Hamilton parties ahead of crucial week at Ferrari

Lewis Hamilton parties ahead of crucial week at Ferrari

April 28, 2025 22:57

Sun 27 aprSunday 27 april

Hamilton saves bamboozled Ferrari team-mate Leclerc after hilarious blunder

Hamilton saves bamboozled Ferrari team-mate Leclerc after hilarious blunder

April 27, 2025 22:58

F1 insider questions Christian Horner Red Bull future if Max Verstappen quits

F1 News & Gossip

F1 insider questions Christian Horner Red Bull future if Max Verstappen quits

April 27, 2025 20:00

Sat 26 aprSaturday 26 april

McLaren chief Zak Brown issues statement as team exit racing series

McLaren chief Zak Brown issues statement as team exit racing series

April 26, 2025 20:00

Red Bull make embarrassing Max Verstappen mistake

Red Bull make embarrassing Max Verstappen mistake

April 26, 2025 16:00

Leclerc and Ferrari F1 boss suffer unfortunate communication breakdown

Leclerc and Ferrari F1 boss suffer unfortunate communication breakdown

April 26, 2025 11:57

Horner Red Bull future questioned over pivotal Verstappen decision

F1 News & Gossip

Horner Red Bull future questioned over pivotal Verstappen decision

April 26, 2025 09:55

Fri 25 aprFriday 25 april

Max Verstappen given major family celebration after Paris announcement

Max Verstappen given major family celebration after Paris announcement

April 25, 2025 22:57

Lewis Hamilton is smiling again as F1 legend pictured with his celebrity crush

Lewis Hamilton is smiling again as F1 legend pictured with his celebrity crush

April 25, 2025 20:57

Red Bull make incredible Max Verstappen blunder

Red Bull make incredible Max Verstappen blunder

April 25, 2025 19:58

F1 chief Brown confirms major McLaren exit

F1 chief Brown confirms major McLaren exit

April 25, 2025 17:58

New Grand Prix moves huge step closer as circuit gets green light

New Grand Prix moves huge step closer as circuit gets green light

April 25, 2025 13:43

Ricciardo given ‘great’ label as legend set for Abu Dhabi RETURN - F1 Recap

Ricciardo given ‘great’ label as legend set for Abu Dhabi RETURN - F1 Recap

April 25, 2025 00:27

Thu 24 aprThursday 24 april

Daniel Ricciardo was 'great' at one thing other drivers hate - F1 star's mum

Daniel Ricciardo

Daniel Ricciardo was 'great' at one thing other drivers hate - F1 star's mum

April 24, 2025 21:56

Former F1 boss gives DRIVE-THROUGH Verstappen penalty verdict

Former F1 boss gives DRIVE-THROUGH Verstappen penalty verdict

April 24, 2025 18:56

Mercedes chief reveals plans for contract talks amid Max Verstappen rumors

F1 News & Gossip

Mercedes chief reveals plans for contract talks amid Max Verstappen rumors

April 24, 2025 17:00

Michael Schumacher memorabilia to go up for auction in Miami

Michael Schumacher

Michael Schumacher memorabilia to go up for auction in Miami

April 24, 2025 13:57

Toto Wolff teases timeline for Russell contract talks

F1 News & Gossip

Toto Wolff teases timeline for Russell contract talks

April 24, 2025 12:54

Red Bull boss issues Max Verstappen F1 future statement

Red Bull boss issues Max Verstappen F1 future statement

April 24, 2025 08:13

Wed 23 aprWednesday 23 april

F1 News Today: FIA release official statement on Verstappen penalty as Horner produces evidence

F1 News Today: FIA release official statement on Verstappen penalty as Horner produces evidence

April 23, 2025 20:55

F1 boss suggests his former Red Bull team made HUGE wrong call

F1 boss suggests his former Red Bull team made HUGE wrong call

April 23, 2025 18:57

Former Ferrari boss suggests enticing rule CHANGE after Verstappen drama

F1 News & Gossip

Former Ferrari boss suggests enticing rule CHANGE after Verstappen drama

April 23, 2025 11:55

Mercedes boss Wolff fumes at 'joke' F1 meeting

Mercedes boss Wolff fumes at 'joke' F1 meeting

April 23, 2025 09:43

Max Verstappen penalty incident sparks call for HARSHER punishment

Max Verstappen penalty incident sparks call for HARSHER punishment

April 23, 2025 03:00

Tue 22 aprTuesday 22 april

F1 team chief 'convinced' he knows where Max Verstappen will drive in 2026

F1 team chief 'convinced' he knows where Max Verstappen will drive in 2026

April 22, 2025 21:00

Lewis Hamilton business closes down as 'dozens lose jobs'

Lewis Hamilton business closes down as 'dozens lose jobs'

April 22, 2025 19:58

Why did Max Verstappen avoid FIA punishment after X-rated outburst?

Why did Max Verstappen avoid FIA punishment after X-rated outburst?

April 22, 2025 18:54

F1 star gets STUCK in car before unlikely hero comes to rescue

F1 star gets STUCK in car before unlikely hero comes to rescue

April 22, 2025 10:58

Mon 21 aprMonday 21 april

Vettel tipped for stunning Red Bull return as Verstappen to Mercedes update issued - F1 Recap

Vettel tipped for stunning Red Bull return as Verstappen to Mercedes update issued - F1 Recap

April 21, 2025 23:58

Angela Cullen joins race winner in star-studded 'reunion'

Angela Cullen joins race winner in star-studded 'reunion'

April 21, 2025 21:55

F1 champion hints at HARSH penalty for rival after Saudi Grand Prix near miss

Saudi Arabian Grand Prix

F1 champion hints at HARSH penalty for rival after Saudi Grand Prix near miss

April 21, 2025 20:59

Racer left in TEARS after LeMans 24 hour crash in final moments while leading

Racer left in TEARS after LeMans 24 hour crash in final moments while leading

April 21, 2025 16:58

F1 2025 Standings: Sainz overtakes Red Bull star as NEW championship leader crowned

F1 2025 Standings: Sainz overtakes Red Bull star as NEW championship leader crowned

April 21, 2025 13:55

F1 2025 Results: Saudi Arabia Grand Prix official final classification with penalties applied

Saudi Arabia Grand Prix

F1 2025 Results: Saudi Arabia Grand Prix official final classification with penalties applied

April 21, 2025 12:30

Marko tips Vettel as PERFECT for Red Bull return

Marko tips Vettel as PERFECT for Red Bull return

April 21, 2025 11:56

F1 Saudi Grand Prix 2025 results: Final classification with penalties applied

Saudi Arabian Grand Prix

F1 Saudi Grand Prix 2025 results: Final classification with penalties applied

April 21, 2025 08:58

FIA confirm Hamilton and Verstappen deleted laps at Saudi Grand Prix

Saudi Arabian Grand Prix

FIA confirm Hamilton and Verstappen deleted laps at Saudi Grand Prix

April 21, 2025 08:12

Sun 20 aprSunday 20 april

FIA announce Red Bull star under investigation in post-race summons at Saudi GP

Saudi Arabian Grand Prix

FIA announce Red Bull star under investigation in post-race summons at Saudi GP

April 20, 2025 21:05

Red Bull star handed penalty in official FIA verdict at Saudi Grand Prix

Saudi Arabian Grand Prix

Red Bull star handed penalty in official FIA verdict at Saudi Grand Prix

April 20, 2025 20:20

Verstappen controversy at Saudi Grand Prix as Red Bull crash brings out safety car

Saudi Grand Prix

Verstappen controversy at Saudi Grand Prix as Red Bull crash brings out safety car

April 20, 2025 19:27

Verstappen in trouble at Saudi Arabia Grand Prix as Red Bull star out following crash

Saudi Arabia Grand Prix

Verstappen in trouble at Saudi Arabia Grand Prix as Red Bull star out following crash

April 20, 2025 19:22

Max Verstappen speaks out on F1 future after Red Bull chief reveals doubts

F1 News & Gossip

Max Verstappen speaks out on F1 future after Red Bull chief reveals doubts

April 20, 2025 17:00

Italian fears grow over Lewis Hamilton 'embarrassment' at Ferrari

F1 News & Gossip

Italian fears grow over Lewis Hamilton 'embarrassment' at Ferrari

April 20, 2025 15:59

Max Verstappen to McLaren? F1 legend claims papaya team 'reached out' to Red Bull star

F1 News & Gossip

Max Verstappen to McLaren? F1 legend claims papaya team 'reached out' to Red Bull star

April 20, 2025 02:00

Sat 19 aprSaturday 19 april

F1 star's phone stolen in Saudi Grand Prix mishap

F1 star's phone stolen in Saudi Grand Prix mishap

April 19, 2025 22:58

Sky Sports F1 star Ted Kravitz confirms Saudi Grand Prix absence

Saudi Arabian Grand Prix

Sky Sports F1 star Ted Kravitz confirms Saudi Grand Prix absence

April 19, 2025 18:46

Lando Norris admits frustration over ‘forced’ McLaren change

Lando Norris admits frustration over ‘forced’ McLaren change

April 19, 2025 11:59

FIA confirm Max Verstappen engine change for Saudi Grand Prix

Saudi Grand Prix

FIA confirm Max Verstappen engine change for Saudi Grand Prix

April 19, 2025 09:56

FIA confirm penalty verdict on RB star after Saudi Grand Prix mishap

FIA confirm penalty verdict on RB star after Saudi Grand Prix mishap

April 19, 2025 04:00

FIA confirm Lewis Hamilton penalty verdict after on-track incident at Saudi Grand Prix

Saudi Arabian Grand Prix

FIA confirm Lewis Hamilton penalty verdict after on-track incident at Saudi Grand Prix

April 19, 2025 02:00

Fri 18 aprFriday 18 april

Max Verstappen issues statement on F1 future after Red Bull doubts confirmed

F1 News & Gossip

Max Verstappen issues statement on F1 future after Red Bull doubts confirmed

April 18, 2025 21:57

FIA announce Lewis Hamilton penalty verdict after 'dangerous' Saudi Grand Prix incident

Saudi Grand Prix

FIA announce Lewis Hamilton penalty verdict after 'dangerous' Saudi Grand Prix incident

April 18, 2025 21:07

Red Bull star in session-ending smash as red flags waved at Saudi Grand Prix

Saudi Grand Prix

Red Bull star in session-ending smash as red flags waved at Saudi Grand Prix

April 18, 2025 20:08

F1 star ruled OUT at Saudi Grand Prix as 'investigation' launched

Saudi Grand Prix

F1 star ruled OUT at Saudi Grand Prix as 'investigation' launched

April 18, 2025 19:16

FIA announce Red Bull F1 star penalty verdict at Saudi Grand Prix

FIA announce Red Bull F1 star penalty verdict at Saudi Grand Prix

April 18, 2025 18:56

Sky pundit blown away by F1 star's team radio

Bahrain Grand Prix

Sky pundit blown away by F1 star's team radio

April 18, 2025 11:57

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