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Massa surprised by Ben Sulayem claims over 2008 F1 title legal challenge
The Brazilian driver, Felipe Massa, is initiating legal proceedings to challenge the result of the 2008 Singapore Grand Prix, where his rival, Fernando Alonso, won after his Renault teammate deliberately crashed. Massa, who suffered a problem during a refueling stop and lost ground in the championship to Lewis Hamilton, hopes that if the race is declared null and void, he will be crowned the champion. Both Formula One Management (FOM) and the International Automobile Federation (FIA) are currently preparing their legal responses to the matter. FIA President, Mohammed Ben Sulayem, has assured Massa that the governing body will defend itself and its rules, but Massa claims that he never had a conversation with Ben Sulayem regarding the case. Massa believes that the FIA should be focused on defending what is fair and right for the sport as a whole. He hopes that the current leadership at FIA and FOM will rectify any mistakes made in the past and not shy away from addressing this case. Massa and his legal team are determined to have the 2008 world championship title overturned, even though it is unlikely that Hamilton’s title would be taken away. The possibility of sharing the title has been suggested, but Massa is solely focused on seeking justice for the manipulation that occurred during the 2008 Singapore GP.
Source: motorsport
