Follow usThe governing body of Formula 1 has dismissed allegations of interference made against its president regarding races held in Saudi Arabia and Las Vegas during the previous season.
Mohammed Ben Sulayem was accused of intervening to reverse a penalty imposed on Aston Martin’s Fernando Alonso at the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix. Additionally, a whistleblower claimed that the president instructed officials not to approve the Las Vegas circuit for last year’s race.
However, the FIA has stated that there is no evidence to support these claims.
“Inquiries into concerns of potential interference were initiated and forwarded to the FIA Ethics Committee,” the FIA stated.
“After thorough investigation, the Ethics Committee unanimously concluded that there was no evidence to substantiate allegations of any interference involving FIA President Mohammed Ben Sulayem.”
An extensive independent review, spanning 30 days and involving interviews with 11 witnesses, was conducted by the FIA, ultimately clearing Ben Sulayem of any wrongdoing.
“The president’s full cooperation, transparency, and adherence to the investigation process were greatly valued,” the statement concluded.
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