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Michael Masi was the F1 race director for several years before his departure after the 2021 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix
Following his departure from Formula 1, Michael Masi has embraced a new motorsport position in his career. As the F1 race director from 2019 to 2021, he took over after Charlie Whiting’s passing. Leaving the FIA after the controversial 2021 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, where Max Verstappen claimed the championship, Masi has now become the event director for the Repco NextGen NZ Championship. In this new role, Masi will oversee various New Zealand-based racing categories, including the Formula Regional Oceania Championship. Partnering with MotorSport New Zealand and other key stakeholders, Masi aims to contribute to the sport’s ongoing evolution and enhancement. His duties include ensuring the adherence to best practices and recommending improvements for the NextGen Championship. This move marks Masi’s return to single-seater racing after his F1 tenure.
