Overview

• Philippot, a 33-year-old Belgian motorsport journalist and former model, announced her bid on Instagram, framing a platform around inclusivity, transparency and greater female participation.
• The ballot now features incumbent Mohammed Ben Sulayem, former FIA steward Tim Mayer, Swiss racer Laura Villars and Philippot.
• Mayer, who launched his campaign at the British Grand Prix, has sharply criticized the current leadership, describing it as a “tyranny.”
• Villars presents herself as bringing a new dynamic focused on transparency, youth, sustainability and stronger involvement of member clubs.
• Some coverage portrays Philippot as an outsider with limited racing credentials, even as she cites her NGO work with Drive For Hope to underscore her advocacy focus.