Felipe Massa Sues FIAFOM Over 2008 Championship, Claims 'Crashgate' Cost Him Title
Massa seeks up to £150 million in damages, alleging the FIA failed to properly investigate the 2008 Singapore Grand Prix incident.
- Felipe Massa has filed a lawsuit against the FIA, Formula One Management, and Bernie Ecclestone, seeking recognition as the 2008 world champion and financial compensation.
- Massa's lawsuit centers on the controversial 2008 Singapore Grand Prix, known as 'Crashgate,' where Nelson Piquet Jr. deliberately crashed to benefit his teammate.
- Bernie Ecclestone supports Massa's decision to sue, stating it's the right thing to do and that an English judge should decide the outcome.
- The lawsuit claims the FIA breached its regulations by not promptly investigating the incident, which Massa believes cost him the championship.
- Massa is seeking up to £150 million in damages, including prize money lost and potential deals he could have obtained as F1 champion.
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