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FIA president Mohammed Ben Sulayem is being investigated by the organisation he leads for allegedly interfering with a Formula 1 stewards’ decision at the 2023 Saudi Arabian Grand Prix
The FIA is investigating President Mohammed Ben Sulayem for allegedly interfering with a Formula 1 stewards’ decision at the 2023 Saudi Arabian Grand Prix. The claim suggests Ben Sulayem pressured to overturn a penalty that cost Fernando Alonso and Aston Martin a podium finish. Allegations indicate Ben Sulayem contacted FIA’s president for sport for the Middle East and North Africa to influence the stewards’ decision. The stewards initially argued that there was no clear agreement on the penalty, prompting a review and an update to F1’s sporting rules. Ben Sulayem’s controversial presidency has raised questions about the FIA’s competence and led to resignations within the organization. The ethics committee is expected to release a report on the matter in four to six weeks.
