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Mercedes Team Principal Toto Wolff has said that the ill-fated FIA investigation into him and F1 Academy Managing Director Susie
In December, there were reports of a “conflict of interest” involving Mercedes boss Toto Wolff and F1 Academy Managing Director Susie Wolff, with allegations that Toto had made a comment based on information from the FOM. The FIA launched an investigation into the pair, but it was quickly dismissed by Mercedes, Susie Wolff, and the rest of the F1 teams. However, Toto Wolff expressed dissatisfaction with the FIA’s handling of the situation, calling for transparency and higher standards in the sport. Ferrari Team Principal Fred Vasseur also criticized the FIA for drawing conclusions without thoroughly investigating the claims. The incident raised questions about the integrity and professionalism of Toto and Susie Wolff, leading to a united front of support from the F1 community. Despite the controversy, the F1 Academy, under Susie Wolff’s direction, continues to grow in stature and has become a permanent fixture on the F1 support package.
