Ian Parkes Ian Parkes - Lead Editor RacingNews365.com
Ian has enjoyed a long and storied career in sports journalism, covering the Olympics, World Cups, Premier League and Champions League, before focusing his attention on Formula 1.
Ian's first grand prix as a journalist was the 1997 French. He eventually became an FIA permanent pass holder in 2007, maintaining the honour for the majority of seasons through to the current campaign.
Overall, Ian has attended, in person, around 350 grands prix (he wishes he knew the exact number!), and is well on his way to 400 with RacingNews365.
Ian has previously worked with such renowned establishments as The Press Association and Autosport. Since 2017, he has also served as the lead F1 feature writer for The New York Times.
News from Ian Parkes
Liam Lawson opens door to major motorsport event: 'Something I'd love to do'
Rafael Camara joins remarkable and historic F1 legacy of excellence
Who is Rafael Camara? The low down on new Haas driver for 2027
Williams make early announcement for special name of 2027 F1 car
Is a new Red Bull contract for Laurent Mekies the correct decision?
Christian Horner explains why Zak Brown 'can't ruffle feathers' of Toto Wolff
Max Verstappen opens up on tough year with Red Bull: 'Sometimes I've been harsh'
Lewis Hamilton calls for major track change for it to become 'truly great circuit'
Red Bull reveal how much potential lies within its own power unit
Max Verstappen reveals he 'almost jinxed himself' over long-time Red Bull ally
Oscar Piastri finds 'silver lining' after 'pretty lonely' Singapore GP
Fred Vasseur bemoans Lewis Hamilton Singapore GP pit call: 'A bit of a shame'
Kimi Antonelli caught off-guard by Jenson Button F1 title comment
2026 F1 Singapore Grand Prix results
Max Verstappen scores another crushing victory ahead of Singapore Grand Prix
Multiple F1 drivers handed pit-lane starts for the Singapore GP
Max Verstappen perfection as shocking McLaren collision branded ‘not acceptable’
Toto Wolff needs 'more proof' from Mercedes upgrade to 'feel warm and fuzzy'
Red Bull engine penalty looming for Isack Hadjar as 'everything's breaking apart'
Max Verstappn lands 'the one I wanted' after close Singapore GP qualifying fight
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Haas sign Esteban Ocon replacement as South Africa targets F1 return - RacingNews365 Review
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Liam Lawson opens door to major motorsport event: 'Something I'd love to do'
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F2 provide clear calendar update despite F1 Middle East finale still at risk
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Lando Norris U-turn defended after 'cocky' Singapore media outburst
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Why Max Verstappen and Red Bull are suddenly dominating again explained
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Rafael Camara joins remarkable and historic F1 legacy of excellence
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Who is Rafael Camara? The low down on new Haas driver for 2027
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Complete F1 2027 confirmed driver line-ups
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Williams make early announcement for special name of 2027 F1 car
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Breaking: Haas sign Ferrari protégé to Formula 1 race seat for 2027
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01 Nov 2026 |
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29 Nov 2026 |
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