Michael Masi gets new appointment after being axed by F1
Former Formula 1 race director Michael Masi has been named Chair of the SuperCars Commission, his first position since being fired by the FIA earlier this year.
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Masi received death threats and abuse after Abu Dhabi controversy
Former Formula One race director Michael Masi said on Sunday that he received a barrage of “vile” insults and death threats in the wake of his shocking decision, which cost Lewis Hamilton an eighth world championship.
Hamilton astonished by Masi’s return to F1
Lewis Hamilton is reportedly furious at the prospect of Michael Masi returning as race director after FIA President Mohammed ben Sulayem hinted at his return.
Masi may make a shock return to F1 as FIA considers having three race directors
FIA president Mohammed Ben Sulayem has hinted the return of Michael Masi as he underlined his wish for a “minimum of three race directors” in Formula 1.
Michael Masi sacked by FIA as it highlights changes for 2022 season
Formula 1 race director Michael Masi has been sacked following a scandal following last year’s Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, the FIA announced on Thursday.
Ricciardo and Norris side with Masi to retain the Race Director role
McLaren drivers Lando Norris and Daniel Ricciardo, have expressed their support for FIA race director Michael Masi and believe he should continue in his position.
Leaked radio call exposes how Red Bull influenced Michael Masi in the final laps of Abu Dhabi GP
The controversy surrounding Max Verstappen and Lewis Hamilton’s battle for the 2021 F1 title continues.
Masi’s name missing on the January 2022 FIA Organisational structure
Michael Masi has been removed from the single-seater headline of the FIA General Organisation Chart for the month of January 2022, along with his colleague Nikolas Tombazis.
Mercedes denies deal with FIA
According to reports, Mercedes has secured an agreement to drop Abu Dhabi appeal in exchange for sacking Michael Masi as race director following the controversial 2021 season finale.
Lewis Hamilton will stay in F1 if Michael Masi leaves
Mercedes and the FIA have reached an agreement that will allow Mercedes to receive some justice despite the fact that they are still unhappy and angry with the events that occurred in the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix denying Lewis Hamilton his eighth championship win.
F1 confident Jeddah Circuit will be complete ahead of debut event amid concerns
Formula 1 Race Director Michael Masi has expressed confidence over the construction of the Jeddah Corniche Circuit ahead of its debut event. Formula 1 is due to visit Jeddah on December 3-5 for the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix, the penultimate round on this year’s 22-event calendar. A 6km 27-turn quasi street circuit, which is set to be among the fastest on the schedule, is being developed on Jeddah’s Corniche, adjacent to the Red Sea. Photos and videos that emerged from a recent preview segment carried out by Formula 1’s broadcast team highlighted the work that is still required. But Masi has asserted that everything will be ready in time for the circuit’s debut at the start of next month. “There is a lot going on there,” said Masi at the Mexico City Grand Prix. “There is a huge amount of work happening. “The FIA and F1 are getting daily updates of where things are at, and it’s progressing very, very quickly. “Yes, there’s a lot to do – there’s nothing to deny there, I think everyone will acknowledge there’s a lot to do – but I’m still confident of the race going ahead, no problems.” Masi pointed to previous circuit builds in conceding that “there’s always an element of worry with everything” but outlined that “having been involved [with] Korea in 2010, and I think India was talked about, [and] both of those went off with no problems, I’m quite confident Saudi will be exactly the same.” Masi is due to make another visit to Jeddah ahead of its inaugural grand prix, either shortly before or after the preceding event in Qatar. “There are areas absolutely complete [and] the quality of work is first class,” Masi asserted. “They will finish, I have confidence.” “Given that the Jeddah Corniche Circuit is being built in record time, it was always the case that timings would be tight, but construction remains on schedule and will be completed on time ahead of F1’s arrival next month,” said Saudi Arabian GP CEO Martin Whitaker in a statement. Saudi Arabia has a 10-year contract to host Formula 1 races and next year’s event, set to be held in late March, will also take place at Jeddah. Long-term the plan remains to move the event to the Qiddiya entertainment facility under construction on the outskirts of capital Riyadh. The Jeddah circuit will then form part of the Corniche’s regeneration that includes sustainability and environmental projects, along with recreational areas for residents.