Tobia Elia

Tobia Elia

A lifelong Formula 1 enthusiast, he had a clear objective from the very beginning: to turn his passion for the sport into a career in journalism. He took his first steps in 2022, entering the world of motorsport media and quickly establishing himself through dedication, consistency, and a strong editorial instinct.

In parallel with the start of his professional journey, he pursued a degree in International Communication at the Hanze University of Applied Sciences. This academic path allowed him to develop a solid theoretical foundation in communication, media, and international storytelling, while simultaneously applying those principles in a real-world, high-pressure environment. The combination of study and hands-on experience proved invaluable, enabling him to refine his writing style, analytical approach, and understanding of audience engagement in a truly practical way.

Over the course of nearly three years, he steadily progressed to become one of the leading writers within his editorial team. During this time, he strengthened his reporting and analytical skills while gaining significant trackside experience, covering Grands Prix from within the paddock at venues such as Imola, Budapest, Zandvoort, Monaco, Monza, and Spa-Francorchamps. Reporting directly from the circuit provided him with first-hand exposure to the fast-moving nature of Formula 1 media and reinforced the importance of delivering timely, accurate, and insightful coverage.

In May 2025, he joined the UK editorial team of GPblog, marking a key step forward in his career. There, he continued to grow into one of the main contributors, taking on a wide range of responsibilities across the newsroom. In addition to handling day-to-day and breaking news coverage, he produces live session reports, in-depth analyses, feature stories, and opinion pieces, further demonstrating his versatility and editorial range. Writing in fluent, native-level English for a global audience, he has expanded his reach while adapting to the expectations of an international readership, consolidating his position as a reliable and well-rounded voice in Formula 1 journalism.

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Mekies reveals what is behind Verstappen's 'vocal' stance on 2026 rules

May 30, 11:00
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Red Bull team principal Laurent Mekies has explained that Max Verstappen's strong criticism of the 2026 regulations stems from his deep love for Formula 1, insisting that the Dutchman's comments are d...

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Mercedes facing 'several months' wait for answers over Russell's DNF

May 30, 10:01
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Mercedes deputy team principal Bradley Lord has admitted that it will be "several months" before the team can fully understand what caused George Russell's retirement from the Canadian Grand Prix, whi...

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F1 team principal insists 'nothing is dead' amid 2027 engine talks

May 29, 16:01
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Williams team principal James Vowles has insisted that "nothing is dead" in the ongoing discussions over Formula 1's 2027 engine regulations, despite what initially appeared to be a straightforward ag...

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Steiner jokes a Canada win would have made Verstappen love 2026 rules

May 29, 15:01
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Former Haas team principal Guenther Steiner jokingly suggested that, had Max Verstappen gone on to win the Canadian Grand Prix, he would have suddenly become a big fan of Formula 1's 2026 regulations....

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Piastri honoured with newly-discovered wasp species bearing his name

May 29, 14:01
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Oscar Piastri has received an unusual honour away from the Formula 1 paddock, with a newly-discovered wasp species being named after the Australian. Three biologists chose the name Gwesped piastrii in...

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Piero Ferrari defends new electric Luce: 'Go and see it, then drive it'

May 29, 13:01
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Ferrari vice chairman Piero Ferrari has urged critics of the Prancing Horse's new all-electric supercar to experience the car for themselves before passing judgement on it. Just a few days ago, Ferrar...

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F1 at a crossroads: Which cancelled Middle East GP makes more sense to recover?

May 29, 12:01
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F1 CEO Stefano Domenicali has confirmed that plans to reschedule both the Bahrain and Saudi Arabian Grands Prix before the end of the season are "impossible", but which race would make more sense to r...

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Schumacher questions Verstappen's mixed signals: 'He needs to make up his mind'

May 29, 11:00
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Ralf Schumacher weighed in on the public criticism Max Verstappen directed at Red Bull in Canada, suggesting such matters should remain within the team rather than being aired publicly. The German als...

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Former F1 driver Mika Salo hospitalised following Thailand incident

May 29, 10:01
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Former F1 driver Mika Salo was injured by a sharp object after being attacked by a motorcyclist while crossing the road at a pedestrian crossing in Thailand, suffering a wound to his leg. However, the...

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Steiner explains why Leclerc still has edge over Hamilton despite Canada podium

May 28, 15:01
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Former Haas team principal Guenther Steiner does not believe Lewis Hamilton will finish the season ahead of teammate Charles Leclerc, despite the Briton securing two podiums in the opening five races...

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