Know everything about the new FIA president Mohammed Ben Sulayem who succeeds Jean Todt to head FIA, his biography, net worth, cars, wife, family
The former FIA president Jean Todt finished his reign 5 days after the controversial conclusion of the 2021 Formula 1 season. He was head of the Racing Federation for the last 12 years and completed 3 successful terms.
Subsequently, former Emirati rally driver Mohammed Ben Sulayem and Deputy FIA President Graham Stoker were the 2 candidates. However, Ben Sulayem won the election by 61.62 percent which is higher than the majority.
I am truly honoured to be elected President of the @FiA. Thank you all so much. I am humbled by the trust you’ve placed in me and the team and we pledge to govern in the interests of all members. pic.twitter.com/9E7TiG0PyG
— Mohammed Ben Sulayem (@Ben_Sulayem) December 17, 2021
FIA New President: Mohammed Ben Sulayem Biography, Age, Net Worth, Career, Family, Wife
He will take over the office as the head of the FIA and will look over the controversy in Abu Dhabi. Many people felt that the safety car protocols were manipulated to spice up the proceedings during the latter stages of the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix.
The first non-European President of the FIA has made it clear that rules and regulations need to be dynamic. They have to adapt themselves according to the situation and there might be some new laws introduced to make the races closer.
14-time Middle East rally champion had spent 3 decades in motorsports and has always lived around the grid. It is his undying love for cars and motor racing that rewarded him a place in the FIA World Motor Sport Council. Meanwhile, he is also the chairman of the United Arab Emirates motorsport federation since 2006.
During his rally career, he was an instrumental figure in the sport and always wanted these sports to be more diverse. Therefore, this might be a perfect opportunity for him to cast some of that spell in Formula 1 and other motorsports.
The details of the 60 year old’s wife and family are unknown.
Upon being elected as the president of the FIA, he said-
“If there is any breach, there is no forgiveness on this,” while also recognizing that rules could always be improved and saying he wanted to make a fresh start. We have to improve in every aspect,.
Mohammed Ben Sulayem: Net Worth And Salary
60-year-old Emirati former rally driver had a successful career in Middle-East rally championships and has made a fortune out of it. He is also a valuable member of the FIA overlooking mobility and tourism and has now become the president of FIA. He has a net worth of $1.5 Million which he has earned throughout his racing career.
While his salary as president is unknown, the FIA race director Michael Masi makes $51,000 per year.
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