Incumbent FIA president Mohammed Ben Sulayem has moved one step closer to a second term after the sporting governing body confirmed he was the only candidate eligible to stand in December’s election.

Ben Sulayem had been expected to face opposition for the presidency but a limitation within the rules has meant he is the only one eligible to run.

Mohammed Ben Sulayem to stand unopposed for FIA presidency

After taking over in 2022, former rally driver Ben Sulayem has had plenty of critics following a number of controversial actions.

Some of those critics announced their intention to run against Ben Sulayem in the upcoming election, due to be held on December 12, but FIA rules have meant none of them are eligible.

FIA elections require a candidate to submit a presidential list including

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