Malcolm Wilson OBE Nominated For FIA Deputy President For Sport

The Fédération Internationale de l'Automobile (FIA) has put forward the name of Malcolm Wilson OBE for the position of Deputy President for Sport. This nomination, announced by FIA President Mohammed Ben Sulayem, underscores Wilson's substantial contributions and expertise in motorsport.

Malcolm Wilson, a stalwart in British motorsport, currently holds the role of Managing Director at M-Sport Ltd. His journey in motorsport began long before his executive tenure, marked by a successful rally driving career that saw him clinch the British Rally Championship in 1994. Wilson's dedication to the sport was recognised in 2009 when he was honored with an OBE for his services to motorsport.

Wilson's leadership at M-Sport has led to remarkable achievements, including securing the FIA World Rally Championship for Manufacturers twice in succession, in 2006 and 2007, and once again a decade later in 2017. The team also celebrated consecutive wins in the Driver and Co-driver Championships in 2017 and 2018.

Besides his rally successes, Wilson's prowess extends to overseeing technical partnerships with prestigious automotive brands like Bentley Motors and Jaguar, contributing to the development of high-performance race cars and electric motor sport ventures.

The Deputy President for Sport plays a pivotal role within the FIA, contributing to the formulation of global motor sport policies, fostering safety and innovation, and promoting sustainability within the sport. This position involves close collaboration with FIA Commissions and national sporting authorities, ensuring the sport's continued growth and appeal to fans, drivers, and teams worldwide.

Upon his nomination, Wilson said, "Having started my career in motor sport in the 1970s as a driver and then technical partner to teams, it is a great honour to be nominated for the role of FIA Deputy President for Sport," he stated.

FIA President Mohammed Ben Sulayem praised Wilson's extensive experience and achievements in motor sport, stating, "Malcolm has had a distinguished career in global motor sport." Ben Sulayem's endorsement highlights Wilson's potential to drive innovation and growth in motor sport, benefiting the sport's diverse stakeholders.

The vote is set to take place at the FIA's Extraordinary General Assemblies and Conference in Macau in June 2025.