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Michael Masi Removed As Formula One Race Director After Abu Dhabi GP Review

Michael Masi has been removed from his position as Formula One race director during its review of the 2021 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix finale.

Masi will be offered a new role within the Fédération Internationale de l'Automobile (FIA).

FIA President Mohammed Ben Sulayem said Niels Wittich, former DTM race director, and Eduardo Freitas, WEC race director, will act alternatively as the race director. They will be assisted by Herbie Blash as the permanent senior advisor.

Sulayem also announced a Virtual Race Control Room, and the direct radio connection between teams and the race director will be removed.