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
Exclusive: Guenther Steiner calls on Italy to finally show Kimi Antonelli 'love' and 'respect'
Exclusive: Kimi Antonelli handed Max Verstappen verdict by Bernie Ecclestone: 'You'll see'
McLaren make Lando Norris 'eyes closed' joke as 'harsh' penalty deepens anger
Kimi Antonelli crowned, Ferrari implode as Mexico delivers title chaos - Winners & losers from the Mexico City GP
Lando Norris and Charles Leclerc reflect on karting roots as FIA marks 70th anniversary
Pirelli shy away from potential Bridgestone Formula 1 threat
Sebastian Vettel offers advice to Kimi Antonelli after seeing F1 record taken
King Kimi crowned as Lewis Hamilton demands ‘serious’ Ferrari talks
Kimi Antonelli title history hailed as 'only the beginning' of F1 legacy
Is this the most fitting podium in Formula 1 as history made in Mexico?
Kimi Antonelli savours 'live forever' moment after making F1 history
2026 F1 Mexico City Grand Prix results
Arvid Lindblad crash leads to late-race Mexico City Grand Prix safety car
Max Verstappen radio dismissed as FIA stewards explain Charles Leclerc penalty
Frightening Valtteri Bottas crash sparks Mexico City GP red flag
Charles Leclerc hit with penalty after Mexico City GP clash with Lewis Hamilton
Aston Martin suffer double embarrassment inside first five laps in Mexico City GP
Lewis Hamilton handed vote of confidence ahead of Mexico City GP
Racing Bulls take advantage of Liam Lawson Mexico City GP disqualification
Resurfaced Mexico City GP track adds uncertainty to strategy
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Cadillac encouraged to pursue Liam Lawson: 'That's suddenly looking very strong'
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Fernando Alonso issues 'cannot survive' claim as Barcelona secures major coup
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The Andretti Formula E secret weapon with 'world champion' target
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McLaren make fresh upgrade decision as Red Bull gain sudden F1 upper-hand
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The Secret Behind Kimi Antonelli’s Speed
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How Donald Trump and a dead cat will finally answer F1's Qatar and Abu Dhabi question
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Alpine protege set for second F1 outing in mandatory requirement
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Why Kimi Antonelli did not receive his champion's trophy despite winning F1 title
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Fewest races before becoming F1 champion after Kimi Antonelli success
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Fred Vasseur told to act before Ferrari situation 'gets really bad'
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Brazilian GP
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08 Nov 2026 |
Las Vegas GP
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22 Nov 2026 |
Qatar GP
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29 Nov 2026 |
Abu Dhabi GP
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06 Dec 2026 |