Mayer enters race to claim FIA top office

Motorsport’s ruling body the FIA on Saturday insisted it would remain impartial after American Tim Mayer launched a potentially acrimonious challenge to incumbent president Mohammed Ben Sulayem in December's election.

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Mayer launched his campaign on Friday at Silverstone, ahead of the British Grand Prix, with an attack on the controversial Ben Sulayem.

“The FIA Presidential election is a structured and democratic process, to ensure fairness, transparency, and integrity at every stage. It is conducted in accordance with the FIA Statutes,” said the FIA statement.

“In line with the FIA's commitment to impartiality and to preserve equal treatment of candidates, FIA staff members are required to maintain strict neutrality throughout the process.