P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Just what is going on with the FIA’s investigation into Toto and Susie Wolff – and what is the back-drop against it?
The FIA is investigating Toto and Susie Wolff for an alleged conflict of interest in Formula One. The investigation is significant because it relates to the ‘franchise model’ where teams provide their product to the Commercial Rights Holder, but retain control over it. Toto Wolff, as the boss of Mercedes, could potentially use insider information to gain an advantage over rival teams. Susie Wolff, as a senior executive in F1, may also have privileged information that benefits FOM. Both Toto and Susie have denied the allegations, while other teams have denied involvement in informing the FIA. The investigation is ongoing, and concrete evidence will be needed to determine guilt or innocence.
