Mohammed Ben Sulayem Archives - Motorsport

Formula Regional European Championship to begin second era with full FIA sanctioning in 2026

Karishma Persad4 weeks ago4 weeks ago016 mins

The Fédération Internationale de l’Automobile (FIA) and the Automobile Club d’Italia (ACI) have formally announced the launch of the FIA Formula Regional European Championship, a new FIA-sanctioned single-seater series scheduled to begin in 2026. This initiative marks a significant milestone in the FIA’s carefully designed driver development framework, which aims to grow emerging motorsport talent…

BERLIN, GERMANY - JULY 13: Mitch Evans of New Zealand driving the (9) Jaguar TCS Racing Jaguar I-TYPE 7 and Antonio Felix da Costa of Portugal driving the (13) TAG Heuer Porsche Formula E Team Porsche 99X Electric Gen3 battle for track position during the Berlin E-Prix, Round 14 of the 2025 FIA Formula E World Championship at Tempelhof Airport Circuit on July 13, 2025 in Berlin, Germany.

Formula E secures 10-year FIA extension to power future of electric motorsport

Karishma Persad1 month ago1 month ago09 mins

Formula E and the FIA have signed a landmark 10-year extension, ensuring the all-electric single-seater championship continues as the exclusive FIA World Championship in its category. The new deal reinforces Formula E’s position at the forefront of global motorsport and paves the way for ambitious growth and technological innovation. The agreement, announced today, cements a…

Former F1 steward Tim Mayer has announced ahead of the British GP that he will run for FIA president against Mohammed Ben Sulayem in December this year

Official: Former F1 steward Tim Mayer running for FIA president against incumbent Ben Sulayem

Senjuti Jash2 months ago2 months ago08 mins

Ex-F1 steward Tim Mayer has officially announced that he is running for FIA president at a press conference today near Silverstone, the home of the British GP this weekend. The next presidential election of motorsport’s global governing body will take place in Tashkent, Uzbekistan, on 12th December. With Carlos Sainz Sr. dropping out of the…

f1 driver Carlos Sainz ahead of the Austrian GP discusses his father's run for presidency

Williams F1 driver Sainz upset by Sainz Sr’s retired presidency bid

Lucrezia Costa2 months ago2 months ago06 mins

Williams F1 driver Carlos Sainz Jr has shared his thoughts on his father Carlos Sainz Sr’s decision to withdraw from the race for FIA presidency. The rally legend recently announced his withdrawal in a public statement, stepping aside instead of directly challenging incumbent president Mohammed Ben Sulayem, who is seeking re-election. The FIA will hold…

FIA releases new stewards guidelines in aims of more transparency and consistency in the sport.

FIA enhances transparency in F1 with new understanding of stewards’ guidelines

Yi Xing Lim2 months ago2 months ago07 mins

Ahead of the F1 Austrian GP, FIA President Mohammed Ben Sulayem and the Federation have published two key documents outlining the stewards’ guidelines. The documents aim to deliver more transparency and consistency in regard to how stewards judge penalties and racing incidents, addressing several concerns drivers have raised in recent months about inconsistent penalties. In…

FIA dismisses Sara Mariani, Head of Sustainability, Diversity and Inclusion amid restructuring

Avery McClure2 months ago2 months ago06 mins

The FIA has removed the position of Head of Sustainability, Diversity and Inclusion as part of an internal restructure, resulting in the departure of Sara Mariani after just 18 months in the role. The move comes during a period of ongoing leadership changes and governance concerns within Formula 1’s governing body under President Mohammed Ben…

FIA President Mohammed Ben Sulayem talking to RedBull Racing's Team Principal Christian Horner.

Ben Sulayem moves closer to second FIA presidency term with backing from key figures

Yi Xing Lim3 months ago3 months ago05 mins

Current FIA President Mohammed Ben Sulayem’s bid for a second presidency term appears on track, with several key figures penning their support for the Emirati. As the days count down, only one main challenger has emerged against Ben Sulayem, and that is Carlos Sainz Sr. The Spaniard has voiced his interest in running for the…

Several F1 drivers have shared their opinions on Carlos Sainz Sr. potentially running for FIA president ahead of the F1 Imola GP

F1 drivers react to Carlos Sainz Sr.’s potential bid for FIA presidency ahead of Imola GP

Senjuti Jash3 months ago3 months ago012 mins

Heading into the Imola GP, several drivers on the current F1 grid have shared their opinions on the possibility of Carlos Sainz Sr. running for FIA president later this year. The next presidential election of the motorsport’s governing body will be held in Tashkent, Uzbekistan on 12th December. Incumbent Mohammed Ben Sulayem has not formally…

George Russell ahead of the FIA's swearing ban at the Formula 1 Emilia Romagna Grand Prix

George Russell and Lewis Hamilton on the FIA’s swearing ban one-eighty

Charlotte George3 months ago3 months ago04 mins

After the FIA revealed their decision to revise the Formula 1 swearing ban, former teammates George Russell and Lewis Hamilton expressed their views on the situation ahead of the Imola GP. The updated code has now slashed fines for a first offence from €40,000 to €5,000, and removed the initial threat of a ban for…

Rally champion Carlos Sainz and F1 driver Carlos Sainz Jr at the finish line of Rally Dakar 2024

Carlos Sainz Jr. opens up about his father’s potential FIA presidential bid at F1 Imola GP

Magdalena Put4 months ago4 months ago012 mins

Carlos Sainz shared his thoughts on the possibility of his father, rally legend Carlos Sainz Sr, running for FIA president later this year. FIA president Mohammed Ben Sulayem is approaching the end of his first term, having assumed office in late 2021. His presidency has been marked by controversies, high-profile departures, and strained relations with…