FIA President Is Under Investigation for Tampering F1 Race Results
We’ve Had Only One Race, and the Paddocks Are Already Buzzing With Shocking F1 Rumors

Racing Drama 🏁
The latest drama unfolding in the F1 news universe involves none other than the president of the FIA, Mohammed Ben Sulayem, who’s now under investigation for allegedly sticking his nose where it doesn’t belong – right into the outcome of an F1 race!
Breaking News: According to the BBC, Mohammed Ben Sulayem, the FIA President, is under investigation for allegedly intervening to overturn a penalty on Fernando Alonso 🤯
What is going on in Formula 1?!
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The Fallout: Racing, Rules, and Revelations
So, what’s all the fuss about? Well, according to a whistleblower, Ben Sulayem allegedly pulled some strings to overturn a penalty handed to Fernando Alonso during the 2023 Saudi Arabian Grand Prix. Talk about power moves!
The whistleblower’s report claims that Ben Sulayem reached out to Sheikh Abdullah bin Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, the FIA’s vice president for sport in the Middle East and North Africa, and basically said, “Hey, let’s cut Alonso some slack.” But hey, isn’t that a tad bit fishy?
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Alonso’s penalty saga began with a five-second slap on the wrist for misplacing his car on the starting grid. Aston Martin then found themselves in hot water for some pit lane shenanigans during Alonso’s pit stop, leading to a whopping 10-second penalty.
However, thanks to Ben Sulayem’s alleged intervention, Alonso’s penalty magically vanished like a puff of smoke, catapulting him back onto the podium.
🚨 BREAKING: FIA’s president Mohammed Ben Sulayem is under investigation for alleged attempt to interfere over F1 race
He allegedly intervened to overturn a penalty given to Fernando Alonso at the 2023 Saudi Arabian Grand Prix
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The Big Picture: Controversies Galore
But wait, there’s a lot more to this soap opera! Ben Sulayem’s tenure has been riddled with controversies, from blocking sprint weekends to social media skirmishes. It’s like a never-ending rollercoaster ride of scandals and spicy F1 rumors!
And let’s not forget the not-so-pretty details, like his historic sexist remarks that left everyone scratching their heads. Seriously, dude, what were you thinking?
So, what’s the verdict? Well, the FIA’s ethics committee is on the case, and we’re all eagerly waiting for their report – like the cliffhanger of a season finale!
But one thing’s for sure: the drama in the F1 schedule is far from over. With the spotlight shining brighter than ever on Ben Sulayem and his questionable antics, who knows what twists and turns lie ahead? Strap in, folks – this rollercoaster ride is just getting started!
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