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McLaren F1 sponsor’s CEO resigns after Epstein files ‘torture video’ email
The chief executive of McLaren Formula 1 team sponsor DP World, Sultan Ahmed Bin Sulayem, has resigned due to revelations about his alleged ties to Jeffrey Epstein, a convicted child sex trafficker.
Newly-released emails from the Epstein files revealed Sulayem’s alleged correspondence with Epstein, leading to his resignation.
DP World has appointed Yuvraj Narayan as the new CEO and Essa Kazim as the new chairman of its board of directors.
Sulayem’s resignation came as companies and organizations distanced themselves from DP World, following the revelations.
While being named in the files is not evidence of criminal activity, Sulayem has not been accused of any criminal wrongdoing.
McLaren’s association with DP World began in 2023 and has expanded over the years, showcasing the brand on the team’s car and driver overalls.
Under Bin Sulayem’s leadership, DP World has grown to become one of the world’s largest port operators since 2007.
