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The next FIA presidential election is due to take place at the end of this year – could this be the biggest challenger to Ben Sulayem?
Former F1 driver Johnny Herbert has expressed his thoughts on the possibility of Susie Wolff challenging Mohammed Ben Sulayem for the FIA presidency. Wolff, who is married to Mercedes team principal Toto, has been considering a bid for the top position in F1’s governing body. Herbert believes Wolff’s extensive experience in motorsport, including driving in F1 and managing the F1 Academy, makes her a strong contender against Ben Sulayem. The FIA recently investigated Wolff and Toto over alleged conflicts of interest, but the case was dropped, leading Wolff to take legal action against the FIA. With the next FIA presidential election scheduled for December, Herbert sees Wolff as a capable candidate who could positively impact the future of F1. Overall, Herbert believes Wolff has the skills and expertise to make a significant contribution if she decides to pursue the presidency.
