Raised in the United Kingdom by American parents, FIA presidential candidate Tim Mayer has a rich history in the world of motorsport, with strong ties to McLaren through his father Teddy Mayer. Following his education in the UK and the US, Mayer served in the army before re-entering the motorsport industry in the 1990s as a general business manager.
After founding his own consultancy company and holding managerial roles in various racing series, Mayer went on to become the chief operating officer of IMSA in the mid-2000s. His involvement with the FIA deepened as he took on roles as a race steward at various international racing events.
However, his dual role as a steward and a consultant led to conflicts of interest, particularly highlighted when he represented the US Grand Prix organiser in a dispute with the FIA. This ultimately led to Mayer being dismissed from his steward role just before the Qatar Grand Prix, sparking criticism over the handling of the situation by FIA management.
Despite his dismissal, Mayer’s contributions to motorsport and his extensive experience in the industry make him a prominent figure in the world of racing governance.
