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F1: Hamilton criticises FIA for lacking accountability

F1: Hamilton criticises FIA for lacking accountability

Seven-time Lewis Hamilton has criticised the International Automobile Federation (FIA) for lacking accountability in the wake of multiple scandals that have rocked the governing body in recent times. FIA President Mohammed Ben Sulayem was accused by a whistleblower of demanding the overturning of a penalty to Aston Martin's Fernando Alonso at last year's Saudi Arabian Grand Prix last year. He also asked officials not to pass...

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F1: Automobile Federation open to grid expansion

President of the Federation International of Automobile (FIA), Mohammed Ben Sulayem is ready for the expansion of the Formula 1 grid by calling for Expressions of Interest from potential new teams. The F1 grid has had 10 teams since the end of the 2016 season when Manor disbanded and the sport has enjoyed increased commercial success under the parent organisation,  Liberty Media Corporation. Some parties such...

FIA ban F1 drivers from political statements without approval

Formula 1 governing body, the International Automobile Federation (FIA) , have updated the International Sporting Code to outlaw drivers from making political statements during races without the consent of the institution. F1 received attention from some of its drivers displaying messages that address social issues. It is particularly about seven-time world champion Lewis Hamilton who has worn shirts with messages that speak on racism and LGBT...