When Mohammed Ben Sulayem defeated Robert Reid 64–15 to win the FIA presidency in December 2021, motorsport had a significant change of leadership. As the first non-European to lead the federation, it was a momentous occasion that signaled a daring new course following Jean Todt’s lengthy reign. That change has only intensified now after four years.

In the latest F1 news today, Ben Sulayem has been re-elected for another four-year term despite multiple controversies shadowing his leadership. And after Carlos Sainz Sr. unexpectedly withdrew, it clears the path for the incumbent to tighten his hold on global motorsport’s most powerful seat.

In F1 news today — a win wrapped in controversy

The start of Mohammed Ben Sulayem’s second term was not festive from the outset. Rather, it started wi

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