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Power: The key to comprehending the enigma that was Max Mosley
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Posted onMax Mosley’s efforts to consolidate his power as president of the FIA was the motivation for controversial deal which was his legacy.
Ecclestone’s fondest memories – and one regret – of ‘brother’ Mosley
F1 history
Posted onBernie Ecclestone recalls his fondest memories of Max Mosley, the long-standing ally he came to regard as like a brother, and his one regret.
Max Mosley, 1940-2021
F1 history
Posted onMax Mosley, who has died at the age of 81, was a former racing driver, Formula 1 team owner and president of the FIA.
Max Mosley, former FIA president and F1 team owner, dies at 81
2021 F1 season
Posted onMax Mosley, the controversial former president of the governing body of world motorsport, has died at the age of 81.
Max Mosley: The Autobiography review
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Posted onMax Mosley tells the story of his controversial 18-year rule over Formula One and how he brought the News of the World to its knees. Surely that has to be a must-read?
Mosley continues di Montezemolo attacks
Posted onFormer FIA president Max Mosley has continued his haranguing of Ferrari’s Luca di Montezemolo. Mosley told the Daily Mail di Montezemolo urged him to ban double diffusers when the legality of the devices was being investigated last year: Luca does have this silly idea that if it is Ferrari then it is OK. When we … Continue reading Mosley continues di Montezemolo attacks
Mosley attacks “weak” di Montezemolo
Posted onFormer FIA president Max Mosley has fired off another broadside at Ferrari boss Luca di Montezemolo in an interview with F1 Racing magazine. He also said letting that Ferrari keep their one-two win in the 1999 Malaysian Grand Prix was a mistake: Luca is very, very good company with people and he’s certainly a very … Continue reading Mosley attacks “weak” di Montezemolo
Budget cap architect Purnell leaves FIA
Posted onTony Purnell, who helped devise Max Mosley’s controversial budget cap plan, has left the FIA. Formerly a team principal at Jaguar, Purnell joined the FIA in 2006. Together with fellow technical consultant Peter Wright, Purnell was also involved in introducing 2009’s radical aerodynamic changes designed to aid overtaking. But the budget cap proposal proved more … Continue reading Budget cap architect Purnell leaves FIA
FIA starts Briatore appeal but softens stance
Posted onThe FIA has confirmed it will appeal the Tribune de Grande Instance’s verdict against its decision to ban Flavio Briatore and Pat Symonds from motor racing. However it also admitted it would not prevent drivers managed by Briatore, such as Mark Webber, from competing in F1 as it had previously threatened: While the appeal is … Continue reading FIA starts Briatore appeal but softens stance
Briatore’s victory gives the FIA a tough lesson in the limits of its power
Posted onThe Singapore crash affair is by no means over: I cannot imagine the FIA letting Tuesday’s verdict in favour of Flavio Briatore lie, and Briatore himself has said he may bring further lawsuits. But now the verdict is out there and the principal players have all said their pieces, it’s time to take stock. The … Continue reading Briatore’s victory gives the FIA a tough lesson in the limits of its power
Briatore wields harpoon in Bernie’s card
Posted onBernie Ecclestone is not above making a wry joke with his annual Christmas cards and this year is no exception. His cartoon card features the team bosses waving goodbye to Max Mosley. Meanwhile Flavio Briatore – depicted aboard a pirate rowboat – takes aim at his yacht with a harpoon.
Is the FIA to blame for teams leaving?
Posted onAs the F1 world waits to learn whether Renault will join Toyota in quitting the sport, the finger-pointing for the manufacturers’ exodus has already begun. The FIA reacted to Toyota’s decision by claiming it could have been avoided if Max Mosley’s budget cap had been introduced. Meanwhile Ferrari blamed “those who managed Formula 1 over … Continue reading Is the FIA to blame for teams leaving?
Jean Todt is the new FIA president
Posted onJean Todt’s victory in today’s FIA election is not likely to be greeted with a great deal of surprise. He was the preferred choice of outgoing president Max Mosley, and that clout was always going to count for a lot. Sure enough, Todt won with 135 votes to Vatanen’s 49, with 12 abstentions. The FIA … Continue reading Jean Todt is the new FIA president
The FIA goes to the polls
Posted onAfter months of build-up the FIA presidential elections finally take place today. But will the winner be Max Mosley’s choice Jean Todt, or the fans’ favourite Ari Vatanen?
The bitterly-fought FIA presidential election is too important to ignore
Posted onWith the FIA presidential election just days away the row over Max Mosley’s efforts to ensure he is succeeded by Jean Todt and not Ari Vatanen is the subject of great scrutiny. Vatanen has taken the step of appealing to a French court to ensure next week’s elections are carried out fairly, a move which … Continue reading The bitterly-fought FIA presidential election is too important to ignore
Vatanen says “tide is turning” in his favour but fears voter intimidation
Posted onAri Vatanen feels he is the front runner in the FIA president election race following Max Mosley’s letter urging people to vote for Jean Todt. Vatanen told this site: It is very sad he has done this. But they know we are leading now. If he knew they were leading he would never write such … Continue reading Vatanen says “tide is turning” in his favour but fears voter intimidation
Mosley says Renault got the ‘harshest penalty’ but hardly anyone agrees
Posted onMax Mosley refused to acknowledge the craven manner in which the FIA backed down from punishing Renault yesterday. He insisted the team received “the harshest [penalty] we can impose”, which was patently false given that they kept all the points and money earned by their ill-gotten victory, and have not been banned from any events. … Continue reading Mosley says Renault got the ‘harshest penalty’ but hardly anyone agrees
A whip-round for Max Mosley
Posted onBritish F1 journalists at the Italian Grand Prix gave Max Mosley a farewell present as he prepares to give up the presidency next month. At a dinner on Thursday he was handed a leaving present bought by the writers – a �150 brown leather whip. According to a report in The Times, one journalist said … Continue reading A whip-round for Max Mosley
Vote Todt, get Mosley?
Posted onReading Jean Todt’s FIA election manifesto, one line jumped out at me: For each FIA World Championship we propose appointing a Commissioner responsible for the Federation’s day to day management and governance of the championship. Now, who do you think Todt might have in mind for the job of F1 Commissioner?