Ben Sulayem begins second term as FIA president driving F1 revolution
<p>Mohammed Ben Sulayem has officially begun his second term as President of the Fédération Internationale de l’Automobile (FIA) following his re-election at the FIA General Assembly in Tashkent, Uzbekistan. This renewed mandate marks four more years at the helm of world motorsport’s governing body as he drives significant transformation across Formula 1 and other FIA-sanctioned series. </p><p>Under Sulayem’s leadership, Formula 1 is entering what many describe as a revolutionary phase, propelled by the introduction of comprehensive regulation changes set to take effect in 2026. These new rules are designed to create closer, more competitive racing, enhance on-track safety, and push sustainability to the forefront — shaping F1 for the next decade and beyond. </p><p>One of the cornerstones of this evolution is the landmark Concorde Agreement signed by all Formula 1 teams, the FIA, and the sport’s commercial rights holder, which secures governance and participation structures through 2030 while supporting technical and commercial stability. </p><p>Despite some controversies surrounding the election process and campaign period, Sulayem’s leadership enjoys broad backing within the FIA. He has championed increased global engagement, stronger financial results for the federation, and strategic efforts to expand Formula 1’s global footprint, including welcoming new manufacturers and promoting sustainable technological development. </p><p>As he embarks on his second term, Ben Sulayem faces the challenge of balancing innovation with tradition, guiding Formula 1 through a period of rapid change while maintaining the core competitive spirit that defines the sport.</p>