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FIA names automotive executive Natalie Robyn as first-ever CEO

The FIA has announced the appointment of Natalie Robyn as its first-ever CEO in a boost to the governing body’s management structure.

Motorsport

FIA "won't be pressured" as Herta F1 superlicence claim set to fail

The FIA says 'it won't be pressured' by any Formula 1 teams on matters such as superlicence points, and the indications are that Colton Herta's claim will be rejected.

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FIA "won't be pressured", Herta F1 superlicence claim set to fail

The FIA says 'it won't be pressured' by any Formula 1 teams on matters such as superlicence points, and the indications are that Colton Herta's claim will be rejected.

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FIA: F1 race control changes for 2022 a bandage, not a cure

FIA president Mohammed Ben Sulayem says Formula 1's arrangement of rotating race directors this season is a 'bandage' and not a cure.

Autosport

F1 bullish it can escape previous ‘boom and bust’ cycles

Formula 1 chiefs are confident the championship can escape the previous boom and bust manufacturer cycles in the wake of the arrival of Audi and Porsche.

Autosport

Brain damage risks shows FIA must act on F1 porpoising, says Wolff

An FIA medical report that warns about the risks of brain damage to drivers from excessive porpoising proves rule changes are needed for next year, says Mercedes boss Toto Wolff.

Autosport

The anticipated culture change at the top of motorsport that is yet to arrive

OPINION: The FIA implemented changes to its Formula 1 race management in the wake of the controversial Abu Dhabi final last November that appeared to be the culture shift needed to restore faith in the governance of the series. However, so far in 2022, ongoing inconsistencies and a perceived lack…

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Hamilton: F1 drivers should speak out despite Ben Sulayem criticism

Lewis Hamilton has urged all his fellow Formula 1 drivers “to be more outspoken” in response to the FIA president initially seeming to question his and Sebastian Vettel’s activism.

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Hamilton urges F1 drivers to be "more outspoken" after Ben Sulayem comments

Lewis Hamilton has urged all his fellow Formula 1 drivers “to be more outspoken” in response to the FIA president initially seeming to question his and Sebastian Vettel’s activism.

Autosport

FIA President Addresses Controversial Comments on Drivers’ Activism

Mohammed Ben Sulayem recently commented about Vettel’s LGBTQ+ activism, Hamilton focus on human rights issues and Norris’s push to talk about mental health.

Sports Illustrated

FIA president rows back after questioning Lewis Hamilton ‘imposing his beliefs’ on F1

Mohammed Ben Sulayem has insisted that he does support Formula One drivers promoting social change after suggesting he was against Lewis Hamilton “imposing his beliefs” on the sport.

Evening Standard

FIA president slams Lewis Hamilton and Sebastian Vettel for F1 human rights campaigning

The likes of Lewis Hamilton and Sebastian Vettel have been very outspoken on matters close to their hearts in recent times, and now FIA chief Mohammed ben Sulayem has spoken out on their campaigning

Daily Mirror

F1 schism with FIA deepens after controversial decisions in Monaco

Formula One’s owners are understood to be deeply dissatisfied with the sport’s governing body, the FIA

The Guardian - UK

Alonso clears air with Ben Sulayem after criticising FIA

Fernando Alonso has had a clear the air chat with FIA president Mohammed ben Sulayem in the wake of the controversy over his Formula 1 Miami GP penalty.

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Alonso clears air with FIA president Ben Sulayem after criticism

Fernando Alonso has held clear the air talks with FIA president Mohammed Ben Sulayem in the wake of the controversy over his Formula 1 Miami Grand Prix penalty.

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FIA: Extra F1 sprint race plan hold-up not about money

FIA president Mohammed Ben Sulayem has insisted that a recent move that held up plans for extra Formula 1 sprint races in 2023 was not about money.

Autosport

FIA: Extra F1 sprint race plan hold up not about money

FIA president Mohammed Ben Sulayem has insisted that a recent move that held up plans for extra Formula 1 sprint races in 2023 was not about money.

Motorsport

FIA could train rally co-drivers to become F1 race directors

FIA President Mohammed Ben Sulayem believes rally co-drivers could be trained to become future race directors in Formula 1, with the FIA actively pursuing the initiative.

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FIA considering training rally co-drivers to become future F1 race directors

FIA President Mohammed Ben Sulayem believes rally co-drivers could be trained to become future race directors in Formula 1, with the FIA actively pursuing the initiative.

Daily Mirror

FIA boss gives verdict on doubling sprint races in 2023 after plan was blocked initially

A proposal to increase the number of Saturday sprint races in a season from three to six for the 2023 campaign was last month rejected by the Formula 1 Commission

Daily Mirror

Lewis Hamilton 'astonished' that axed F1 race director could make return to sport

Lewis Hamilton is stunned amid claims former F1 race director Michael Masi could make a surprise F1 comeback just two months after he was sacked for his role in the controversial Abu Dhabi GP last year

Daily Mirror

F1 supremo hints at handing Michael Masi lifeline despite Abu Dhabi debacle

Michael Masi became one of the most divisive figures within sport following his safety car ruling at the dramatic season-ending Abu Dhabi Grand Prix in 2021, which saw Lewis Hamilton miss out on a record-breaking eighth world title

Autosport

F1 must avoid Le Mans clashes in future - FIA deputy president Reid

New FIA deputy president for sport Robert Reid believes a Formula 1 grand prix should not clash with the Le Mans 24 Hours in its traditional mid-June calendar slot.

Autosport

Andretti hopeful of FIA support for F1 entry after Miami meeting

Michael Andretti is optimistic he has support from the FIA for his planned Formula 1 entry after a meeting with president Mohammed Ben Sulayem in Miami on Friday.

Autosport

FIA in ongoing talks with ex-F1 race director Masi over new position

The FIA remains in ongoing talks with axed Formula 1 race director Michael Masi about a new role with the organisation, according to president Mohammed Ben Sulayem.

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