Matt Dawson makes shock return to Question of Sport after finding love again post-divorce

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Former A Question of Sport captain Matt Dawson announced in 2020 that he and wife Carolin Hauskeller had separated after 11 years of marriage.

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The rugby star took to social media, stating that their relationship had “taken a different path.” Despite the split, Dawson assured fans that they remain committed to co-parenting their two sons, Alex and Sami, and will continue to support each other as friends.

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A Premier Signing: Sami Joins Brentford

In a proud moment for the family, Dawson's son Sami recently signed with Premier League club Brentford.

This achievement is especially significant given Sami's remarkable recovery from bacterial meningitis as a toddler. Diagnosed at just two years old, the illness left the Dawson family grappling with an uncertain future.

“Tackle Meningitis”: Dawson’s Campaign for Awareness

Following Sami's recovery, Dawson has dedicated much of his time to raising awareness about meningitis. Partnering with GSK's Tackle Meningitis campaign, he's used his platform to educate others about the dangers of the illness.

Reflecting on that challenging time, Dawson described the harrowing experience of watching Sami in an induced coma, where the outcome was far from clear.

"You have the immediate worry and not knowing what's around the corner," Dawson shared. "It was mentally tough, but we're some of the lucky few."

Life After the Split: Dawson Moves On

Since his separation from Hauskeller, Dawson has found new love with personal trainer and social media influencer Elizabeth Kelly.

Known for her motivational posts, Kelly's Instagram bio reads: "There is no passion to be found playing small – in settling for a life that is less than the one you are capable of living."

Question of Sport return:

A Question of Sport stars Sue Barker, Phil Tufnell and Matt Dawson are set to reunite for a one-off special live tour of the BBC programme in 2025. 

The tour – aptly named A Question of… Live – will see the trio back together to entertain audiences with a string of one-of-a-kind live shows, encompassing everything viewers previously loved.

Each show will feature a lineup of special guest sporting legends, with announcements coming closer to the event. But according to Sue, we can expect to see some familiar faces – including Mike Tindall (yes, Zara's husband!), Andy Murray, and Dion Dublin.

Fans will also get the chance to challenge themselves, testing their sports knowledge live from their seats, as Matt, Phil, and the gang bring the quiz fun directly to you.

Sue couldn't be more excited: "I am thrilled to be reuniting with Matt and Phil. We love a quiz. We love a laugh. Can't wait!!"

Matt echoed the sentiment, saying: "I am delighted to be going on tour with Sue and Tuffers and welcoming back some of our favourite sporting guests from over the years."

And Phil? He's just as pumped: "I can't wait to get back on the road with the dream team of Sue, Matt and me! Good luck Sue in looking after Matt and me and all our great guests."

The tour kicks off on March 1st, 2025 at the Brighton Centre, before heading to London, Bath, Leicester, Bournemouth, Ipswich, Basingstoke, Torquay, Oxford, Manchester, and Nottingham. Don't miss out on what's set to be a game-changing tour.

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