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The president of the FIA Mohammed Ben Sulayem has reportedly been placed under investigation amid allegations of attempting to interfere with a race result.
George Russell has echoed Team Principal Toto Wolff’s call for transparency in the investigation into FIA president Mohammed Ben Sulayem, who is suspected of trying to manipulate race results at last year’s Saudi Arabian Grand Prix. The incident involved Fernando Alonso receiving a time penalty that was later reversed after Ben Sulayem allegedly interfered. Russell emphasized the importance of a fair and level playing field in racing, highlighting the need for transparency and factual clarity before forming opinions on the matter. Off-track events, including the Red Bull team controversy and calls for Christian Horner’s departure, have overshadowed the 2024 F1 season’s start. Despite these distractions, Russell stressed that racing should be the focal point in Formula 1, advocating for an inclusive environment and the necessity for transparency in all aspects of the sport.
