FIA race director REPLACED as official statement released

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FIA race director REPLACED as official statement released

The transition will begin later this month at the Jeddah E-Prix

Kevin McKenna

Thursday 6 February 2025 18:28

The FIA - Formula 1's governing body - have confirmed one of the organisation's key figures is set to be replaced.

The announcement comes just weeks before F1 returns to Melbourne for the season-opening Australian Grand Prix.

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Max Verstappen will begin the year as heavy favourite to retain the title he secured for the fourth time in 2024, but will face a significant challenge from the likes of last year's runner-up Lando Norris and a rejuvenated Lewis Hamilton at Ferrari.

While the new F1 season is fast-approaching, the Formula E campaign is well under way, with two races - in Brazil and Mexico - already in the books.

And ahead of the Jeddah E-Prix on February 15, it has been announced that a major change is coming behind the scenes.

The first F1 grand prix of the year will be held at Albert Park in Melbourne

There are set to be big changes coming in the world of Formula E this season

Key motorsport figure to resign

Having held the position for the past seven years, Formula E race director Scot Elkins has decided to resign from his role due to personal reasons.

Though the American won't officially finish until after the Miami E-Prix in April, he will be replaced by deputy race director Marek Hanaczewski in Jeddah to begin the transition before taking over the reins later this year.

In a statement, Elkins said: “After 10 years in Formula E, the time has come for me to retire as Race Director.

"With the recent loss of my father this past December, I have new responsibilities that require my time and attention at home.

"While I had hoped to complete Season 11 and retire at its conclusion, my plans have now been accelerated and my focus remains on my family.

"Although I am very sad to leave, I am confident in the staff that will remain. We have worked closely together and I know they are committed to making the ABB FIA Formula E World Championship a success, this season and in the many to come.”

Thank you, Scot 👏

Scot Elkins to step back from ABB @FIAFormulaE World Championship Race Director role and be replaced by current deputy, Marek Hanaczewski. #FIA #FormulaE pic.twitter.com/ew05aVOPJY
— FIA (@fia) February 6, 2025