P1racenews AI automatic summary:
The Formula 1 off-season has begun with a surprise early controversy, with the FIA looking into allegations about the conduct of Toto and Susie Wolff that have been emphatically rejected. What happens next, and what’s at stake?
The Formula 1 off-season has started with an early controversy involving Toto and Susie Wolff. The FIA is investigating allegations of confidential information being passed to an F1 team principal from a member of FOM personnel, which the Wolffs have vehemently denied. F1, Mercedes, and Susie Wolff have issued strong responses to both the allegations and the FIA’s conduct. The focus is now on uncovering the truth behind the allegations and taking appropriate actions if necessary. The investigation process includes an initial assessment, followed by a formal investigation and a conclusion. Depending on the findings, there may be no outcome or proposed corrective actions. Relations between the FIA and commercial rights holder Liberty Media have been deteriorating, leading to further tensions.
