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The FIA has responded to the shock resignation of Robert Reid, who announced his exit on Thursday.
The FIA responded to Robert Reid’s sudden resignation by expressing gratitude for his services, acknowledging a “fundamental breakdown in governance standards” as cited by Reid. Reid, the deputy president for sport, stepped down before the Bahrain Grand Prix, joining other recent departures like CEO Natalie Robyn and F1 race director Niels Wittich. The FIA emphasized its strong corporate governance policies and commitment to adherence to rules, practices, and processes in its operations. The FIA highlighted the growing popularity of the FIA World Rallycross Championship, with events attracting over 30 million viewers in 100 countries. They mentioned direct investments into the championship to benefit fans, teams, and FIA Member Clubs, aligning with their goal to increase global participation in motor sport.
