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Mohammed Ben Sulayem is looking to change the rules around FIA presidency.
FIA President Mohammed Ben Sulayem has proposed to eliminate term limits for his role, seeking to continue beyond the existing 12-year restriction, as reported by BBC Sport. Ben Sulayem assumed office at the end of 2021, winning a second term in December without opposition due to an electoral rule anomaly. However, other potential candidates, including former F1 steward Tim Mayer, had to withdraw their candidacies because of requirements for regional representation. Currently, the FIA presidency is bound by a four-year term limit and a maximum of two re-elections, allowing for up to three terms in office. Ben Sulayem aims to overturn this rule to extend his tenure, with the proposal expected to go to vote at the upcoming FIA General Assembly. His controversial leadership has sparked conflicts with F1 drivers on various issues, including regulations on jewelry and language, leading to tensions within the sport.
