FOTA reinstates dissidents

Following a meeting between FOTA members, president Luca di Montezemolo indicated that Williams and Force India were rejoining the association after being removed. FOTA also insisted on its desire to dialogue to anchor the discipline over time.

Published on 09/09/2009 à 17:47

⁰ View comments)

After several months of exclusion, the teams Williams and Force India have therefore rejoined the association of teams of F1 (FOTA). The two entities were excluded after submitting their candidacy for the 2010 World Championship at a time when the other teams were trying to influence the FIA on the issue of the new rules.

FOTA, led by Luca di Montezemolo, also reiterated its invitation for incoming teams (Campos, Manor and USF1) to join the ranks of the organization. “ The Executive Committee looks forward to welcoming new entrants to the association as they continue to prepare for next season. »

Furthermore, FOTA indicated that it would enter into discussions with Bernie Ecclestone so that the future of the discipline is assured beyond 2012. It also wishes to discuss with F1 stakeholders to improve the spectacle of the discipline. .

« The FOTA Executive Committee looks forward to working with the FIA and the commercial rights holder to promote a healthy, vibrant and sustainable sport. To achieve this, FOTA intends to enter into an open discussion with the commercial rights holder to confirm arrangements after 2012."

“FOTA will also set up a seminar open to representatives of stakeholders (including media, partners and promoters) to discuss and find how to work together to develop a more attractive show for fans. »