SUSIE WOLFF Shuts Down FIA Presidency Talk to Turbocharge Women’s Racing

March 5, 2025

by Phillip van Osten // from f1i.com

• SUSIE WOLFF has reportedly dismissed speculation about challenging FIA president Mohammed Ben Sulayem in upcoming elections, choosing instead to stay laser-focused on her mission with F1 Academy. The 42-year-old Scot is proving that real change happens when you pick your battles – and hers is clearly transforming opportunities for women in motorsport rather than navigating FIA politics.
• Under WOLFF’s leadership, F1 Academy has hit its stride with a standout 2024 season, securing backing from every F1 team and racing alongside F1 weekends with live coverage. She’s not just talking about progress – she’s delivering it, with young women getting legitimate shots at racing glory while the series builds genuine momentum in the sport’s ecosystem.
• Beyond her unwavering focus on F1 Academy, WOLFF’s marriage to Mercedes team principal Toto Wolff creates an obvious conflict of interest that would make any FIA presidency bid practically impossible. Rather than chase political power, she’s doubling down on her vision to reshape motorsport’s DNA through F1 Academy – proving that sometimes the most effective way to change the game is to build your own playing field.

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