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Carlos Sainz Sr. Ends FIA Presidential Bid, Solidifying Ben Sulayem’s Re-Election Prospects

The FIA’s governance climate combined with his Dakar Rally preparations made a presidential campaign impractical, Sainz said.

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Carlos Sainz senior (r.) mit seinem Sohn
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Overview

  • Carlos Sainz Sr. withdrew from the FIA presidential race, stating that current circumstances at the organization were not conducive to his candidacy.
  • He added that a significant campaign would interfere with his preparation for the Dakar Rally, where he competes as a factory driver for Ford.
  • Incumbent president Mohammed Ben Sulayem has secured formal support from automobile clubs in South America and Africa for his expected re-election bid.
  • The next FIA presidential election is scheduled for December 12, 2025, in Uzbekistan following the passage of contested statute amendments at the Macau assembly.
  • The FIA has confronted internal turmoil, including the resignation of Sport Vice-President Robert Reid and criticism from the ÖAMTC over tightened voting rules.