Susie Wolff has filed a legal complaint against the FIA in the French courts regarding the investigation into a conflict of interest that took place last year. Toto Wolff, the Mercedes Team Principal, and his wife, who is the Managing Director of F1 Academy, were under investigation by the FIA for allegedly sharing information. However, they were cleared by the governing body after facing significant criticism. Now, Toto Wolff is supporting his wife’s decision to take legal action against the FIA.
Toto Wolff has lodged a criminal complaint against the FIA in the French courts and has shown unwavering support for his wife throughout the process. He has criticized the lack of transparency surrounding the situation and has emphasized that Susie Wolff is a strong woman who can stand up for herself. He has also stated that his wife has always remained true to her values.
Furthermore, Toto Wolff has highlighted the pragmatism displayed by Susie Wolff throughout the entire case. She believes that she has been wronged by the allegations and wants her side of the story to be heard in court. Toto Wolff has praised her strong character and emphasized that no one can prevent her from pursuing her own path as the Managing Director of F1 Academy.
In addition to the investigation involving the Wolffs, Formula 1 has faced other challenges recently. Christian Horner, the Red Bull Team Principal, was accused of inappropriate behavior by a female employee, and FIA President Mohammed Ben Sulayem was also under investigation for two allegations. However, both Horner and Sulayem were cleared of all charges without any public disclosure of details.
Lewis Hamilton has expressed his concerns about the current state of the sport and the negative narrative it portrays regarding inclusivity. He even criticized Red Bull for suspending the female employee. Toto Wolff shares Hamilton’s sentiments and believes that the lack of transparency surrounding these cases in recent months is not ideal.
It is crucial for Formula 1 and the FIA to ensure that the sport can move forward from the tumultuous past few months. However, Susie Wolff’s legal complaint has opened a new chapter in the dropped investigation. So far, neither the governing body nor Formula 1 has commented on the case, and it remains to be seen how things will unfold in the coming weeks.