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Verstappen’s pseudo-silence spoke volumes of the dissatisfaction in F1

The world champion went from one masterclass on the track to another off it with his discontent at recent FIA rule changes

The Guardian - UK

FIA’s “unfair treatment” revealed by outgoing deputy president

Last week, former rally co-driver and FIA deputy president for sport Robert Reid publicly announced his resignation – in an election year, the equivalent of rolling a grenade under the door.

Motorsport

The “unfair treatment” which led FIA deputy president Reid to resign

Last week, former rally co-driver and FIA deputy president for sport Robert Reid publicly announced his resignation – in an election year, the equivalent of rolling a grenade under the door.

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How the V10 debate has been triggered by frustration over F1's 2026 regs

“I wouldn’t be too vocal supporting the comeback of a V10 engine if I liked what I saw from 2026,” said Carlos Sainz during the pre-Bahrain Grand Prix press conference. As he did so, a palpable wrinkle of disdain passed across the bridge of his nose. Warming to his theme, he…

Motorsport

How discontent over F1’s 2026 tech rules has boosted V10 engine push

Autosport

Robert Reid, deputy president for sport, becomes latest FIA executive to resign

Robert Reid, who has had disagreements with the FIA president Mohammed Ben Sulayem, has resigned, saying ‘motorsport deserves leadership that is accountable’

The Guardian - UK

Former FIA CEO speaks out against leadership, fuelling Ben Sulayem row

The FIA has “serious ongoing structural challenges” and does not follow “professional processes” according to its former chief executive Natalie Robyn.

Motorsport

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FIA executive Robert Reid resigns over ‘breakdown in standards’

The FIA’s deputy president for sport released a pointed statement on Thursday

The Independent UK

FIA deputy president resigns amid ongoing turmoil at the governing body

FIA deputy president for sport Robert Reid has announced he has resigned from the motor racing governing body with immediate effect, citing a "breakdown of governance standards".

Autosport

FIA deputy president Reid resigns over "breakdown of governance standards"

FIA deputy president for sport Robert Reid has announced he has resigned from the motor racing governing body with immediate effect, citing a "breakdown of governance standards".

Motorsport

Ben Sulayem’s power play as F1’s future hangs on Concorde showdown in Bahrain

The FIA president is expected to face questions as to why F1’s governing body is yet to sign up to the crucial tri-party agreement on how the sport is run

Motorsport

Update: The FIA's "disappointing" response to Motorsport UK's legal threats

In early March, chairman David Richards wrote a letter to the members of Motorsport UK, addressing the FIA while taking aim at the organization's president Mohammed Ben Sulayem and his approach to governing F1 and the whole of its motorsport operations. Just a month later, the FIA finally posted a…

Motorsport

How the prospect of V10s has triggered a complex debate on F1's future

Like many things in the modern world, it all started with a social media post.

Autosport

How V10s are becoming F1’s main political battleground

Like many things in the modern world, it all started with a social media post.

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The Independent UK

F1 swearing ban: Why can’t drivers swear over team radio and will they be suspended from races?

The controversial new rules have irked a number of drivers after Max Verstappen’s penalty last year

Autosport

Spotlight shifts to FIA as F1 teams agree to partial Concorde Agreement

Formula 1 and its 11 2026 teams agreeing commercial terms for a new five-year Concorde Agreement is welcome news as the series is nearing the end of the current deal, and is preparing for Cadillac's arrival.

Autosport

Verstappen agrees with FIA president on V10s returning to F1 - but negotiations must be private

Max Verstappen has agreed with the FIA president that V10 engines should return to Formula 1, but believes the negotiations must be held behind closed doors.

Autosport

Motorsport UK threatens taking legal action against FIA amid "erosion of accountability"

Motorsport UK chairman David Richards has threatened to take legal action against the FIA unless it addresses what he called an “erosion of accountability” under president Mohammed Ben Sulayem's leadership.

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Motorsport UK threatens taking legal action against FIA

The long-time motorsport governing body published a note citing concerns regarding the FIA's current governing actions, threatening legal action if needed.

The Independent UK

F1 stewards panel to expand at Australian GP – as FIA make change for 2025 season

The panel usually consists of three officials but will increase at six specific races this year

Autosport

Wittich breaks his silence on FIA exit: 'No reason given to this day'

Former Formula 1 race director Niels Wittich has spoken up about his dismissal from the FIA in his first public comments on the matter.

Motorsport

Two motorsport chiefs barred from FIA meeting over NDA row

Two senior figures were prevented from attending an FIA meeting on Wednesday after refusing to sign non-disclosure agreements.

Autosport

Motorsport UK chief Richards among those barred from FIA meeting

Two senior motorsport figures were prevented from attending a meeting on Wednesday after refusing to sign non-disclosure agreements.

Autosport

Should F1 weigh up FIA president’s return to V10 engines idea? Our writers have their say

FIA president Mohammed Ben Sulayem has suggested Formula 1 should consider a return to V10 engines running on sustainable fuels – but is the pitch worth considering?

Autosport

FIA president thinks F1 should consider return to V10 engines on e-fuels

FIA president Mohammed Ben Sulayem thinks Formula 1 should at least consider switching back to V10 engines in the future, running on sustainable fuel.

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