P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Tim Mayer is set to announce his candidacy to challenge Mohammed Ben Sulayem for the FIA presidency
“Tim Mayer is preparing to announce his candidacy to challenge Mohammed Ben Sulayem for the FIA presidency during the British Grand Prix weekend.
Having previously served as an FIA steward for 15 years across various racing championships, Mayer’s career highlights include his involvement in dispute resolution between the FIA and US Grand Prix organisers.
Mayer’s clash with Ben Sulayem, leading to his dismissal in November 2024, stems from his independent representation of US Race Management during the conflict with the FIA.
Critical of Ben Sulayem’s leadership and citing a conflict of interest as the official reason for his termination, Mayer emphasizes his contributions to the FIA and the motorsport community over more than a decade.
Throughout his career, Mayer has demonstrated expertise in US motorsports, including roles in CART IndyCar communication and senior leadership positions within the racing industry.
As he positions himself as a candidate for the FIA presidency, Mayer’s experience and past challenges with Ben Sulayem’s administration could shape the upcoming election dynamics within the motorsport governing body.”
