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
McLaren and Lando Norris name big favourite for Monaco GP
Lewis Hamilton brutal F1 relationship revealed: 'It was war!'
Honda name 'critical' target in 'fundamental' Monaco test
F1 confirm key change for 2027 pre-season
Kimi Antonelli handed crushing George Russell F1 title decision
Williams make crucial hire to tackle 'latest F1 battleground'
McLaren unveil special livery for historic 1000th grand prix
F1 champion reconsiders motorsport retirement with comeback desire
Cadillac hail Sergio Perez reaction after 'high-profile exit'
Cadillac issue damning response to shock Valtteri Bottas F1 axe rumours
Red Bull make title history in growing F1 arena
Where should F1 end the season if Middle East races cancelled?
Max Verstappen cites 'logical' move for Nürburgring 24 Hours revenge bid
McLaren double down on bid to develop 'circular' F1 car
Lewis Hamilton agrees with Max Verstappen over 'weird feeling'
Max Verstappen brilliance continues agonising F1 wait for Fernando Alonso
Racing Bulls hit back at Zak Brown claims to FIA
Ford hail 'landmark' Red Bull Max Verstappen moment
F1 confirm 'contingency plan' for 2026 grand prix calendar
Red Bull express 'relief' after 'spectacular' Max Verstappen exploits
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Is Lewis Hamilton now an F1 drivers' championship contender?
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Mercedes grid penalty prediction made after latest engine concern
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Nyck de Vries 'afraid' of sudden Toyota loss in emotional Le Mans victory
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Ferrari reject conventional F1 wisdom as major prediction made
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Mercedes plan fresh F1 driver talks as new obstacle appears
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Watch: Insane cause of Nico Hulkenberg Barcelona GP retirement
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Lando Norris hits back at Lewis Hamilton critics: 'He can stick the middle finger up'
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Red Bull issue fresh F1 target after Barcelona 'reality check'
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Lewis Hamilton 'nearly passed out' in Ferrari celebration frenzy
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Max Verstappen delivers Lewis Hamilton message as Ferrari driver details 'big shock' - RacingNews365 Review
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