Mohammed Ben Sulayem Set for Uncontested FIA Presidency: Implications for F1

Mohammed Ben Sulayem is set to run unopposed for the presidency of the Fédération Internationale de lAutomobile, raising concerns about the state of democracy within Formula Ones governance.

• Tim Mayer announced his withdrawal from the FIA presidential race, criticizing the election process as undemocratic, stating that the rules of this election mean that there will be no election.
• With Mayers exit, incumbent president Mohammed Ben Sulayem will continue his leadership role at the Fédération Internationale de lAutomobile without facing any competitors.
• The situation has prompted discussions about the implications for democracy within the FIA, especially concerning how member clubs are informed about election processes across regions, including the United States and South America.