The 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.<\/p>\n
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.<\/p>\n
However, the FIA has stated that there is no evidence to support these claims.<\/p>\n
“Inquiries into concerns of potential interference were initiated and forwarded to the FIA Ethics Committee,” the FIA stated.<\/p>\n
“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.”<\/p>\n
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.<\/p>\n
“The president’s full cooperation, transparency, and adherence to the investigation process were greatly valued,” the statement concluded.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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