Susie Wolff takes legal action against FIA
The F1 Driver Academy managing director, Susie Wolff, found herself in the spotlight after the FIA announced it was investigating a potential conflict of interest. Media reports suggested confidential information had been shared between Wolff and her husband, Mercedes team boss Toto Wolff, leading to complaints from other teams.
Following a backlash and denials from Mercedes’ rivals, the FIA backed down and closed the case, stating there was no evidence to warrant a formal investigation. Despite this, Susie Wolff felt that her reputation had been damaged by the incident.
In response, she filed a criminal complaint in French courts against the FIA, seeking transparency and accountability for their actions. The FIA’s recent policy of keeping complaints confidential has raised further questions about their handling of the situation.
Summary:
Susie Wolff, managing director of the F1 Driver Academy, takes legal action against the FIA after a conflict of interest investigation involving her and Mercedes team boss Toto Wolff. Despite the case being closed, Wolff seeks accountability and transparency from the FIA, highlighting their handling of the matter.
