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Australia's Michael Masi sacked as Formula 1 race director following controversy in championship-deciding Abu Dhabi Grand Prix

The Australian is removed from the role after overseeing the controversial finish to last season's Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, which ultimately cost Lewis Hamilton an eighth world title.

ABC News

Masi removed as F1 race director over Abu Dhabi GP management

Paris (AFP) - Michael Masi has been removed as Formula One race director over his management of the season-ending Abu Dhabi Grand Prix last year which led to Max Verstappen being controversially crowned world champion.

AFP

Michael Masi loses role as Formula One’s race director after Abu Dhabi Grand Prix title controversy

Michael Masi has been removed from his role as Formula One’s race director in the aftermath of November’s hugely controversial season-ending Abu Dhabi Grand Prix.

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FIA removes Michael Masi as race director after Abu Dhabi Grand Prix controversy

Masi played a decisive role in the controversy that marred the climax of the season-ending Abu Dhabi Grand Prix in December

The Independent UK

Michael Masi sacked as F1 race director after Abu Dhabi GP controversy

Michael Masi, whose decisions late in the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix saw Lewis Hamilton lose the F1 world title, has been relieved of his duties as race director

Daily Mirror

F1 driver Latifi hired bodyguards after 'extreme' death threats

London (AFP) - Formula One driver Nicholas Latifi revealed on Tuesday that he hired bodyguards in London because of death threats after the controversial Abu Dhabi Grand Prix.

AFP

Nicholas Latifi hired bodyguards for London trip due to ‘extreme death threats’

The Canadian received a torrent of online abuse after his late crash at the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix led to Max Verstappen beating Lewis Hamilton to the F1 title

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FIA will not disclose findings of inquiry into Abu Dhabi Grand Prix controversy

The FIA has chosen not to disclose the findings of its inquiry into the controversial ending of the Formula One world championship-deciding Abu Dhabi Grand Prix last season

The Guardian - UK

Michael Masi’s future as F1 race director still in the balance following meeting

Two months since the contentious Abu Dhabi Grand Prix – a race Lewis Hamilton said was “manipulated” – Masi’s fate is yet to be decided.

The Independent UK

Formula 1: FIA delays verdict on potential shake-up in wake of Abu Dhabi Grand Prix controversy

The FIA has delayed making any proposals in the wake of the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix investigation to enable it to take on board feedback from the teams.

Evening Standard

Abu Dhabi Grand Prix investigation findings to be addressed in London

The investigation into the title-deciding events of last season’s Abu Dhabi Grand Prix will be presented to the F1 Commission in London later on Monday afternoon.

Evening Standard

Lance Stroll slams F1 for 'changing rules' during Lewis Hamilton vs Max Verstappen finale

Lance Stroll, whose result at the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix last season also suffered because of the late drama, has dubbed the ending to the race "ridiculous"

Daily Mirror

Michael Masi receives Sebastian Vettel support with FIA race director under the cosh

Michael Masi's future as Formula 1's race director remains uncertain as his handling of the title-deciding Abu Dhabi Grand Prix last year remains under intense scrutiny

Daily Mirror

Vettel and Stroll criticise F1 for putting ‘entertainment’ ahead of rules in finale

The Aston Martin drivers Sebastian Vettel and Lance Stroll have criticised F1’s poor judgment at last season’s controversial Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, which saw Lewis Hamilton lose his title to Max Verstappen

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The Independent UK

FIA ‘aware’ of Red Bull team radio messages pressuring Michael Masi

The FIA will release its report into the events of the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix before the 2022 season begins

Daily Mirror

Lewis Hamilton accused of trying to force Michael Masi out of FIA job - 'He has influence'

Lewis Hamilton has been accused of trying to get Michael Masi fired. The Australian came under fire after his role in the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix cost the Mercedes driver a record eighth F1 world title

The Independent UK

Red Bull call for ‘consistency’ in wake of F1’s investigation into Abu Dhabi Grand Prix

Red Bull sporting director Jonathan Wheatley also says that teams must respect the findings of the report

Daily Mirror

Lewis Hamilton finally breaks social media silence after Abu Dhabi heartbreak

Lewis Hamilton has been active on social media for the first time since missing out on a record eighth F1 title at the controversial Abu Dhabi Grand Prix in December

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Lewis Hamilton returns to social media for first time since Abu Dhabi Grand Prix controversy

Hamilton has made his first appearance since collecting his knighthood in December

Autosport

Flat Chat Podcast: How F1 crowned its new king in a season like no other

As we await the outcome of the FIA’s enquiry into the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix debacle, what are the practical steps the governing body needs to take to restore respect and confidence in its people and procedures? And should race director Michael Masi stay or go?

Daily Mirror

FIA admit Michael Masi's job under threat after Abu Dhabi Grand Prix farce

FIA race director Michael Masi has been under severe scrutiny since last season’s Formula 1 finale in Abu Dhabi where Max Verstappen controversially pipped Lewis Hamilton to the title

Sports Illustrated

FIA Admits ‘Possibility’ of F1's Michael Masi Being Replaced

The racing director made a controversial decision during last season's Abu Dhabi Grand Prix that led to Max Verstappen overtaking Lewis Hamilton in the last lap.

The Independent UK

Michael Masi ‘likely’ to be replaced amid FIA restructure

Masi’s decisions at the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix could see him out of a job

Daily Mirror

Lewis Hamilton retirement prediction given by Jenson Button with Mercedes ace in limbo

Mercedes star Lewis Hamilton has remained silent on social media more than a month on from his F1 title heartbreak at the season-ending Abu Dhabi Grand Prix

The Independent UK

Christian Horner responds to claims Max Verstappen’s F1 title win was ‘tarnished’

Horner does not believe that Verstappen’s title win was tarnished by the ending of the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix

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