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Mohammed Ben Sulayem has been re-elected as FIA president.
Mohammed Ben Sulayem has been re-elected as FIA president for a second term, as confirmed by F1’s governing body.
Ben Sulayem won the election in Uzbekistan without any opposing candidates, securing his position until 2029.
Despite facing controversies during his tenure, Ben Sulayem expressed gratitude towards FIA members for their trust and support.
The FIA stated that the election process was transparent and aligned with their democratic principles.
Legal challenges may arise in February, with Swiss driver Laura Villars contesting the election result through legal action.
Villars’ efforts to challenge the election results were supported by her lawyer, Robin Binsard.
Due to the complexity of FIA election rules, several potential candidates, including American Tim Mayer, were unable to gather the required support, solidifying Ben Sulayem’s position with global backing.
