Mohammed Ben Sulayem ahead of the Formula 1 Grand Prix of Azerbaijan at Baku City Circuit in Baku, Azerbaijan on September 15, 2024. (Photo via Getty Images)
Mohammed Ben Sulayem believes the FIA has not been given sufficient credit for its efforts in safety and Formula 1 regulation. Speaking exclusively to Autosport, the FIA president expressed frustration at the constant criticism the governing body faces, despite its close collaboration with Liberty Media, which has helped transform the sport.
In the past two seasons, the FIA has drawn flak for controversial decisions and rulings, with high-profile incidents involving drivers like Lewis Hamilton and Max Verstappen sparking debate. While safety in F1 has been a primary focus of the FIA, Sulayem pointed out that the body rarely receives acknowledgment for its contributions. He emphasized that the FIA is responsible for the sport’s governance, drafting regulations, and stewarding, areas that have been under heavy scrutiny in recent years.
