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FIA President Mohammed Ben Sulayem has reaffirmed himself as the ‘Head of the House’ in the continuing power struggle between
Ben Sulayem was elected as the FIA President in December 2021 amidst the controversy surrounding the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix. There has been increasing friction between the FIA and FOM (owned by Liberty Media) over management issues. Ben Sulayem has faced criticism for his push to bring Andretti onto the F1 grid, and the FIA has been condemned for its investigation into a conflict of interest involving Toto and Susie Wolff. The power struggle between the FIA and FOM has raised concerns as F1 continues to grow globally. However, Ben Sulayem sees the friction as healthy and remains dedicated to fairness and clarity in his role. He recognizes the difference in objectives between the FIA (not for profit) and Liberty Media (for profit), and believes honesty and clarity are crucial for successful business relationships in F1. Despite facing attacks and pressure, Ben Sulayem remains unfazed and confident in his team’s abilities. The FIA aims to support its finances while providing value to its employees.
