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Mohammed Ben Sulayem is set to stand unopposed in December’s FIA presidential election.
Tim Mayer has withdrawn his bid to challenge for the presidency of the FIA due to election rules allowing incumbent Mohammed Ben Sulayem to run unopposed.
Mayer, a former FIA steward, and two other candidates are ineligible due to a requirement for six prospective vice-presidents from different FIA regions, which their potential choices have already backed Ben Sulayem.
Mayer criticized the lack of democracy in the FIA presidential election, emphasizing the absence of a real choice and transparency in the process.
He highlighted long-standing issues within the FIA’s election process, stating that the outcome is predetermined and lacks genuine competition.
Mayer’s decision to withdraw has sparked concerns about the integrity and fairness of the FIA’s leadership selection process.
