Kieran Downie

Parc Fermé Parlay | F1, Formula E & Motorsport

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Parc Fermé Parlay is brought to you by Kieran Downie, a die hard Formula 1 fan. Here to bring you all the latest from both on and off the F1 track, from Grand Prix action, team news and more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Jul 8, 2026

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Reaction to the 2024 Abu Dhabi GP Practice 06.12.2024

We seen the final practice for the 2024 F1 season that is representative of the rest of the weekend and we're here to break it all down. With 6 rookies taking part in FP1 including a potential future Racing Bulls driver, a previous F2 Champion and the Leclerc brother making history, we had a mixed bag session with a promising finish for Charles Leclerc before our hope and dreams we nearly shattere...

Our 2024 Abu Dhabi GP Predictions 05.12.2024

As the 2024 Formula 1 season draws to a close it is time to crown our Constructors' champion. Will it be McLaren or Ferrari? Will Charles Leclerc or Lando Norris snap up P2 in the Drivers Championship? Can Jack Doohan score points in his F1 debut? Will this be Sergio Perez's last race at Red Bull? It's time for our predictions for the 2024 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix. Follow along on social media: Twitte...

2024 Qatar GP Race Review 02.12.2024

From a quite dull race to one of the most chaotic of the season, a rogue wing mirror and some FIA incompetence provided enough drama coupled with some spicy on track collisions to spark some outrage amongst the fans. Let's break it all down for our penultimate race of the 2024 season. Follow along on social media: Twitter Threads Instagram TikTok Email: kierandow@live.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See ac...

Reaction to the 2024 Qatar GP Qualifying 01.12.2024

After a fairly dull Sprint Race, I was ready for a dull Qualifying but the Qatar Quali has thrown us quite the interesting grid line up. With slower cars out qualifying their faster rivals we should be in for a great race! So just how did Qualifying unfold and why exactly was Verstappen handed ridiculous penalty? Also a massive congratulations to Abbi Pulling on winning the F1 Academy Championship...

2024 Qatar Sprint Race Review 30.11.2024

The Qatar Sprint was fairly boring on the whole but provided some decent battles and a very unexpected and unscripted lead change at the final corner... Follow along on social media: Twitter Threads Instagram TikTok Email: kierandow@live.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Our Predictions for the 2024 Qatar Grand Prix 28.11.2024

It's time for the penultimate race of the 2024 Formula 1 season AND, our final Sprint Race for 2024. Will we see a McLaren domination in Qatar? Can they secure the World Constructors Championship? Will Mercedes performance wain? Lets get into our predictions for this weekends Qatar Grand Prix. Follow along on social media: Twitter Threads Instagram TikTok Email: kierandow@live.co.uk Hosted on Acas...

BREAKING: Our Reaction to GM/Cadillac Joining F1 in 2026 25.11.2024

OH MY GOD... WE ARE GOING TO HAVE 11 TEAMS IN 2026! Formula 1 have announced they have an agreement in principle with GM/Cadillac to enter F1 in 2026 as the 11th team and we have so many questions like which current team's power unit will they use? Who will drive for the team? Why GM/Cadillac and not Andretti? Let's get into it! Follow along on social media: Twitter Threads Instagram TikTok Email:...

2024 Las Vegas GP Race Review 24.11.2024

A fantastic Grand Prix through the streets of Las Vegas saw our Driver Champion crowned after a mid-points finish whilst two teammates produced a phenomenal drive to earn the top steps of the podium. Along with some spicy team mate drama, fantastic overtaking and a couple of surprise retirements, Vegas truly did bring the drama. Follow along on social media: Twitter Threads Instagram TikTok Email:...

Our Reaction to the 2024 Las Vegas Qualifying 23.11.2024

A cold Vegas night provided us with a brilliant qualifying and left us with a big question isn't being answered (cough Perez)... A surprising Q2 appearance for one driver, an unfortunate exit for another and a cracking Top 10 that is sure to provide for an excellent start to the Grand Prix. Follow along on social media: Twitter Threads Instagram TikTok Email: kierandow@live.co.uk Hosted on Acast....

Our 2024 Las Vegas GP Predictions 21.11.2024

We're back after a much needed two week break and into the final triple header of the 2024 season. Kicking things off with Las Vegas and our predictions for this weekend along with the question... can Max win the Championship in Vegas? Follow along on social media: Twitter Threads Instagram TikTok Email: kierandow@live.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Reaction to Sauber dropping BOTH Drivers and some recent F1 News 12.11.2024

We're just over one week into our two week break between Brazil and Las Vegas so it's time to reflect on some recent news in the F1 world starting with the announcement that Sauber have dropped BOTH their drivers for the 2025 season and that Brazilian F2 driver Gabriel Bortoleto will be racing alongside Nico Hulkenberg. PLUS we cover some rumours about the future of Franco Colapinto AND Toto Wolff...

2024 São Paulo GP Race Review 04.11.2024

Well... that was CHAOTIC! After being rescheduled, the São Paulo Grand Prix was probably the most dramatic GP's of the 2024 year AND one of the most chaotic São Paulo GP's we'll every see. With dramatic moment after dramatic moment from lights out to chequered flag, Brazil delivered - and we got one of the most 'Championship worthy' drives in F1 history. Follow along on social media: Twitter Threa...

Reaction to the 2024 São Paulo GP Qualifying 03.11.2024

A postponed Qualifying in Sao Paulo turned out to be on of the most chaotic qualifying's with a total of FIVE red flags. We're here to break down every crash, every bit of drama albeit in a hurry before the Grand Prix begins. Follow along on social media: Twitter Threads Instagram TikTok Email: kierandow@live.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Reaction to the 2024 São Paulo Sprint Qualifying & Race 02.11.2024

A rather interesting Sprint Qualifying led us into a fair boring Sprint Race which resulted in a lovely McLaren 1-2 and a penalty for our other Championship contender. Follow along on social media: Twitter Threads Instagram TikTok Email: kierandow@live.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Our Predictions for the 2024 Brazilian GP 01.11.2024

It's time for the final race in our Triple Header through the Americas as we head off to São Paulo for the Brazilian Grand Prix. Which means it is also time for our predictions for this weekends Sprint AND Grand Prix. Who do we think will reign victorious? I doubt the answer will surprise you! Follow along on social media: Twitter Threads Instagram TikTok Email: kierandow@live.co.uk Hosted on Acas...

2024 Mexico City GP Race Review 28.10.2024

It's rare the Mexico City provides decent racing but WHAT. A. BANGER the 2024 Mexico City GP was! From a lap 1 crash and another disappointing outing for our home hero to a controversial battle between our Championship contenders and another win for the Scuderia. Were Max's penalties correct? Can Ferrari win the Championship? Is this Perez last home race with Red Bull? Follow along on social media...

Reaction to the 2024 Mexico City Qualifying 27.10.2024

It was a tough Qualifying for the drivers in Mexico with low grip conditions proving tricky for some... throwing up a surprise Q1 exit for a front runner and a dismal outing for our hometown hero! We're breaking down all the Quali action including a mighty pole position for the prancing horse! Follow along on social media: Twitter Threads Instagram TikTok Email: kierandow@live.co.uk Hosted on Acas...

Our Reaction to the 2024 Mexico City GP Practice 26.10.2024

We've had the 1st 2 out of 3 Practice Sessions for the Mexico City Grand Prix and they were... weird. We had a couple crashes, brand spankers new Pirelli tyres for 2025, a whole lot of skidding about the track AND a handful of rookies for FP1. BUT, how much did we actually learn? Follow along on social media: Twitter Threads Instagram TikTok Email: kierandow@live.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.c...

Our 2024 Mexico City GP Predictions 25.10.2024

Hola MEXICO! It's time for the second race in our American Triple Header and we're off to Mexico... can Ferrari secure another win? Will Max extend his Championship lead? And how will hometown hero Perez fair at his home race? We're back with our predictions for the Mexico City Grand Prix. Follow along on social media: Twitter Threads Instagram TikTok Email: kierandow@live.co.uk Hosted on Acast. S...

2024 Austin GP Race Review 21.10.2024

WHAT A GRAND PRIX! A battle between the two Championship contenders has allowed Max to extend his lead and has presented an opportunity for the Scuderia. We're back to recap the drama, the excitement, the incidents, the controversy from an absolute BANGER of a US Grand Prix! Follow along on social media: Twitter Threads Instagram TikTok Email: kierandow@live.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/pr...

Reaction to the 2024 Austin GP Qualifying 20.10.2024

The Qualifying session for the Austin Grand Prix was quite the rollercoaster with a shock Q1 exit, a big statement from Lawson and a very timely crash which benefitted Norris. Let's break it all down! Follow along on social media: Twitter Threads Instagram TikTok Email: kierandow@live.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Our 2024 Austin Sprint Reaction 19.10.2024

The Austin Sprint was absolutely thrilling with battles up and down the field across all 19 laps. A great return to the top for Max Verstappen whilst Lando looses out with a couple silly mistakes. Follow along on social media: Twitter Threads Instagram TikTok Email: kierandow@live.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Our Reaction to the 2024 Austin GP Practice 18.10.2024

The USA Grand Prix weekend has officially begun and we're here to cover all the action from the ONLY Free Practice session for the drivers. We cover Red Bull's controversial car element, Mercedes handling struggles and could Ferrari be the team to beat? Follow along on social media: Twitter Threads Instagram TikTok Email: kierandow@live.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more informa...

Our 2024 Austin GP Predictions 17.10.2024

Formula 1 is back after a strange four-week break and so are we as we look forward to COTA and lay out our predictions for this weekends USA Grand Prix. Follow along on social media: Twitter Threads Instagram TikTok Email: kierandow@live.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Our Reaction to Ricciardo leaving RB 27.09.2024

Another terribly kept secret has finally been confirmed; Daniel Ricciardo has been dropped by RB and is to be replaced by Liam Lawson for the remainder of the 2024 season. We talk about the AWFUL handling of the situation by RB, how poorly Daniel Ricciardo has been treated and how Liam Lawson does not deserve the hate being directed towards him. Follow along on social media: Twitter Threads Instag...

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