Niels Wittich has resigned from his position as Formula 1’s race director with immediate effect, Afrosport reports.
The German had held the position since 2022 after replacing Michael Masi, who was removed from his position after his handling of the 2021 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix.
Wittich will now be replaced by Rui Marques, who has most recently acted as Formula 2 and Formula 3 race director, and will now commence his new role from the Las Vegas Grand Prix.
“The FIA can confirm that Niels Wittich has stepped down from his position as F1 Race Director to pursue new opportunities,” read a statement on the F1 website.
“Niels has fulfilled his numerous responsibilities as Race Director with professionalism and dedication. We thank him for his commitment and we wish him the best for the future.
“Rui Marques will assume the role of Race Director from the Las Vegas Grand Prix. Rui brings a wealth of experience having previously served as track marshal, scrutineer, national and international steward, Deputy Race Director and Race Director in various championships…”
The FIA have confirmed that F1 Race Director Niels Wittich has stepped down from the role with immediate effect 🚨#F1 https://t.co/l9ubXdWKxK
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The 2024 F1 season has three rounds of racing left in Las Vegas, Qatar and Abu Dhabi.
