The 2025 motorsport calendar year marks the last in current FIA President Mohammed Ben Sulayem’s first tenure of three possible four-year stints. In this fast-paced sport, the Federation is the governing body that oversees the sport’s operation across several racing series and World Championships, holding its health in its hands.

The current administration has spearheaded a seismic rise in viewership for other racing series like Formula E, driven record ticket sales, made sustainability strides towards being Net Zero by 2030, and expanded motorsport engagement—even into niche markets like trading cards.

However, with all the success and growth, controversy has been a looming presence.