Malcolm Wilson nominated for vice president

The FIA He has had to react quickly after running out of vice president. In addition, the image of the organization was significantly touched, after Reid’s statement explaining its reasons to leave the position. Finally, the president has nominated Malcolm Wilson To occupy the position: “Malcolm has had a distinguished career in world motor racing.”

Face washing at a crucial moment

Las criticism About the Federation they are being very recurring today. The former vice president questioned transparency publicly: “These principles have been set aside more and more and I can’t”Ben Sulayem needs to change that perception and considers that his nominee is the right man:“ For more than 40 years he has competed at the highest level, both as a pilot and team technical collaborator. This experience will be invaluable for FIA and our member clubs. ”

Malcolm Wilson is a prominent British in the world of motoring, its main achievements have been in the World Rally Championshipwhere the first place was taken with M-Sport in the classification of builders (2006, 2007 and 2017). The British has already reacted to the nomination: “It is a great honor to be nominated for the position of Vice President of Sports of the FIA ​​”.

The personnel selected for this type of positions have a very noticeable impact on competitions. Wilson hopes to take advantage of all the experience he has acquired until today: “FIA has played a fundamental role in my career, and I’m looking forward to supporting the president Already the whole family of the FIA ​​in its important mission. There has never been a more exciting moment to be in motor racing, and I know firsthand the benefits That this sport contributes to families and communities around the world. ”At the moment, there are no more official candidates.

What exactly will be in charge?

The Sports Vice Presidency is one of the highest ranges within the organization. In addition to being part of the World Motor Sports Council, it has an extensive list of competitions. Among its most outstanding obligations, are the development of global policies, security promotion, innovation and sustainability.