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
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
Isack Hadjar Singapore GP misery continues despite power unit change
Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri tight-lipped after latest McLaren collision
Max Verstappen demands Red Bull fix after latest 'horrendous' situation
Max Verstappen takes advantage of George Russell crash as F1 sets new sprint record
Torrential rain again sparks chaos and jeopardy as Singapore GP sprint delayed
Isack Hadjar calls for ban on divisive piece of F1 equipment
Red Bull explain 'decisive' Max Verstappen one-lap gamble in Singapore
Max Verstappen escapes punishment as ‘human error’ triggers latest controversy
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'Missing' F1 race announced for major comeback as FIA president makes V8 declaration - RacingNews365 Review
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Liam Lawson addresses stunning form after Red Bull cameo return
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Lando Norris handed crushing verdict in Oscar Piastri collision disaster
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Nico Hulkenberg reveals 'Tony Hawk' move after surprise F1 'coverage'
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Damon Hill grabs 'last chance' F1 title to make history in highly unusual circumstances
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Max Verstappen GT3 Onboard POV Portimao
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Fernando Alonso jokingly ribs Lewis Hamilton in unexpected F1 defence
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What happened the last time F1 raced in Africa explained
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Williams boss ambitious rule change crusade 'blocked' by rival F1 team
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FIA president confirms when V8 engines will make F1 return
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