Mohammed Ben Sulayem, the FIA president, is facing a revolt from within after Motorsport UK threatened legal action against the organisation because of what it called an “erosion of accountability and good governance” under his stewardship.

Mohammed Ben Sulayem, head of FIA since December 2021, has brought about major changes and controversy within Formula 1. His tenure has focused on transparency, cost containment, and sustainability, but his forthright approach has sparked criticism and significant attention.