M-Sport managing director Malcolm Wilson has been nominated by FIA president Mohammed Ben Sulayem to succeed Robert Reid as candidate for deputy president for sport.
Reid resigned from the role two weeks ago, citing a “fundamental breakdown in governance standards” that he felt he could no longer represent.
The FIA has not made any comment since Reid’s decision, but in an announcement today (Wednesday) president Ben Sulayem has nominated Wilson – a synonymous figure in the World Rally Championship – for the deputy president for sport role.
FIA members will vote on Wilson’s nomination in June at the Extraordinary General Assemblies and Conference.
Ben Sulayem said: “I am delighted to nominate Malcolm Wilson OBE for the role of FIA deputy president for sport. Malcolm has had a distinguished career in global motorsport. For over 40 years he has competed at the highest level both as a driver and technical partner to teams.
“This experience will be invaluable to the FIA and our member clubs as we continue to grow grassroots and professional motorsport, driving innovation in the sport to benefit fans, drivers and teams.”
Wilson said it is a “great honor” to be nominated for the role.
“The FIA has played a central role in my career, and I very much look forward to supporting the president and all the FIA family in its important mission,” he said.
“There has never been a more exciting time to be in motorsport, and I know first-hand the benefits the sport brings to families and communities across the world.
“I look forward to working with the president for the duration of his current term of office, bringing our sport to new audiences and ensuring we deliver the very best championships for all our competitors.”
