FIA president Mohammed Ben Sulayem is reportedly under investigation for allegedly interfering with the result of a Formula One race. The incident has sparked a major controversy within the motorsport community, with many questioning the integrity of the sport and calling for a thorough investigation into the matter.
The president of F1's governing body said on Friday that the ongoing controversy surrounding Christian Horner is 'damaging' the sport. This statement comes as tensions continue to rise between various teams and officials, further complicating the situation.
The race in question saw Max VERSTAPPEN of Red Bull Racing take first place, followed closely by Charles LECLERC of Ferrari and George RUSSELL of Mercedes. The podium finish was overshadowed by the allegations of interference, casting a shadow over the entire event.
The Penske-run No. 6 Porsche 963 was leading Saturday's FIA World Endurance Championship season opener at Qatar by a minute and a half when disaster struck. The team's victory was marred by controversy as rumors of foul play began to circulate within the racing community.
Having previously declared the Christian Horner saga was “damaging” F1, FIA president Mohammed Ben Sulayem reportedly asked Max Verstappen for his side of the story. The outcome of this conversation remains unclear, but it is clear that tensions are running high between the various parties involved.
The president of Formula 1's governing body tells the Financial Times the controversy around Red Bull team principal Christian Horner is causing significant harm to the sport. The ongoing drama threatens to overshadow the achievements of the drivers and teams, leading to a cloud of uncertainty hanging over the upcoming races.
Porsche Penske Motorsport took the first win of the 2024 FIA World Endurance Championship season after leading the majority of today's Qatar race. Despite the victory, the team's success has been overshadowed by the ongoing controversy surrounding the FIA president's alleged interference in Formula One.
When the FIA World Motorsport Council announced its new roadmap for the World Rally Championship on Wednesday, the standout headline was the investigation into Mohammed Ben Sulayem's conduct. The scandal has sent shockwaves through the motorsport community, prompting calls for transparency and accountability within the sport.
