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Why it's still too early to get excited about a potential Subaru WRC return

There’s no hiding from the fact that the World Rally Championship is entering a crucial phase as it wishes to establish its future, improve its appeal and attract more manufacturers. And last weekend’s Acropolis Rally gave both the series and the FIA every incentive to ensure that its pathway is…

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WRC teams would welcome a Subaru return

FIA President Mohammed Ben Sulayem revealed at last weekend’s Acropolis Rally that the three-time WRC constructors’ winner (1995-1997) is considering a possible return to the championship.

Autosport

FIA president reveals Subaru WRC comeback talks

The three-time constructors’ champion became synonymous with the WRC in the 1990s and 2000s winning drivers’ titles with Colin McRae (1995), Richard Burns (2001) and Petter Solberg (2003).

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Steiner: Haas wouldn't have been able to join F1 today amid 11th team talk

Several parties, including American powerhouse Andretti, have lodged their interest in joining the F1 grid as an 11th team, with FIA president Mohammed Ben Sulayem keen on expanding the current grid of 10 teams.

Autosport

Formula 1 still at odds with FIA over 11th team talks

Ben Sulayem has noted that it was the FIA’s duty to open up an entry process as the Concorde Agreement allows for up to 12 teams, and he’s insisted that he was fulfilling the rules by so doing.

Autosport

F1 still at odds with FIA over 11th team talks

Ben Sulayem has noted that it was the FIA’s duty to open up an entry process as the Concorde Agreement allows for up to 12 teams, and he’s insisted that he was fulfilling the rules by doing so.

Motorsport

Ben Sulayem wants works teams from USA and China in F1

As motor racing’s governing body continues its evaluation of potential new entries from 2025, Ben Sulayem says he thinks the arrival of manufacturers from the world’s two largest economies would be great for F1.

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Why Ben Sulayem pushes on with new team process despite F1 criticisms

Earlier this year, motorsport’s governing body invited potential new teams to express their interest in joining the F1 grid from as early as 2025.

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F1 chief rules out changes to stop Max Verstappen and Red Bull dominance

President Mohammed Ben Sulayem has rejected Lewis Hamilton's calls for the FIA to intervene and stop Red Bull from dominating Formula One

Daily Mirror

New F1 teams could be announced within WEEKS as FIA chief hints at Andretti approval

Michael Andretti is one of several parties keen on joining the F1 grid and has teamed up with General Motors' Cadillac brand in a bid to the FIA to enter the sport

Daily Mirror

FIA president facing criticism over handling of alleged sexism

Sexist behaviour was detailed in a letter to FIA by an employee who left in December adding to widespread unhappiness with Mohammed ben Sulayem’s leadership

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FIA president Mohammed Ben Sulayem's son tragically dies in traffic accident

Motrosport driver Saif Ben Sulayem, the son of FIA president Mohammed Ben Sulayem, has died at the age of 29 after being involved in a traffic accident in Dubai

Daily Mirror

FIA president Ben Sulayem's son loses life in road crash

The tragic news has been confirmed by the FIA, but there will be no further statement from the organisation and it has indicated the president has asked for privacy.

Autosport

Ferrari has a new boss and the FIA annoys F1: This is what you missed during the Formula 1 off-season

If you were focused on the summer of cricket or the A-Leagues, here are the three stories you need to know from F1's off-season.

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Bahrain Grand Prix tension likely as FIA makes interesting Mohammed ben Sulayem decision

Even though he has been under fire from all sides in recent weeks and his relationship with F1 chiefs has taken a beating, FIA president Ben Sulayem plans on attending the first race of 2023

The Guardian - UK

FIA president Ben Sulayem to step back from direct involvement with F1

The FIA president had a fractious relationship with F1 team owners and drivers but a spokesperson said he always planned to move to a non-executive role

Daily Mirror

F1 rocked as FIA boss 'relinquishes control' as he pens shock letter amid growing tension

Motorsport looks ready to embrace change after FIA president Mohammed Ben Sulayem penned a letter announcing he'd be taking a less hands-on approach to his duties

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FIA president Ben Sulayem steps back from day-to-day F1 operations

The FIA president Mohammed Ben Sulayem has stepped back from the day-to-day running of Formula 1 ahead of the new season.

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Horner: F1 drivers shouldn’t be “robots” amid ban on political statements

Red Bull Racing boss Christian Horner has cautioned that Formula 1 drivers should not be a “load of robots” in the wake of the FIA’s new restrictions on making statements.

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FIA formally opens process for new F1 teams to join the grid

The FIA has formally opened the process for new teams to join the Formula 1 grid in the next few years.

Daily Mirror

New Ferrari chief Fred Vasseur reacts to Mohammed ben Sulayem scandals and FIA's F1 storm

The past month has seen several scandals involving the governing body and its president dominate the F1 news cycle, but Vasseur doesn't expect that to continue for much longer

Motorsport

Ben Sulayem drama will calm down once F1 racing starts, reckons Vasseur

Ferrari team principal Fred Vasseur believes the controversy surrounding FIA president Mohammed Ben Sulayem will calm down once the Formula 1 season gets underway.

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Ben Sulayem drama will calm down once F1 racing starts, reckons Ferrari boss

Ferrari team principal Fred Vasseur believes the controversy surrounding FIA president Mohammed Ben Sulayem will calm down once the Formula 1 season gets underway.

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FIA defends president Mohammed ben Sulayem as sexism row emerges amid F1 storm

The surfacing of comments Ben Sulayem made in an archived post on his website comes in the same week F1 lawyers sent him a letter admonishing him for a social media post

Motorsport

House of Lords peer criticises "discourteous and unprofessional" Ben Sulayem

FIA president Mohammed Ben Sulayem has been criticised by a House of Lords peer for being 'deeply discourteous and unprofessional' in failing to reply to human rights concerns.

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