The FIA ​​takes note of the FOTA decision

The FIA ​​and FOTA therefore failed to reach an agreement. However, FOTA had invoked its desire to find a favorable outcome to this conflict, but nothing was done. The latter seceded (see elsewhere). Very quickly, the International Automobile Federation reacted to this decision through a press release published on its website.

« The FIA ​​is disappointed but not surprised by FOTA?s inability to find a compromise in the interest of the sport. It is clear that elements within FOTA sought to reach this conclusion throughout the discussions which they did not engage in good faith “, we can read there. Should we see in this latest attack the desire of some to definitively leave the FIA-FOM fold? Certainly. Bernie Ecclestone, the big financier of the F1 had already criticized the behavior of some people a few days ago. (see elsewhere)

The FIA ​​has also reaffirmed its desire not to give up an inch of ground when it comes to the enactment of F1 rules. “ The FIA ​​cannot allow the championship to be played through financial leverage and it cannot have the rules of the discipline dictated to it by FOTA. She says.

« The deadline for unconditional registration for the 2010 World Championship expires this evening. FIA to publish entry list tomorrow (Saturday)”, we can read in conclusion.