Motorsport Governing Body Defends Impartiality After Alpine Appeal Dispute

The motorsport governing body has firmly defended the integrity and impartiality of its judicial processes after Alpine Racing's team principal Flavio Briatore raised concerns about the independence of judges handling the team's appeal.

The dispute arose after Gasly's third-place finish from a recent race was overturned following an appeal hearing. Briatore's public questioning of the judges' neutrality prompted an official response from the governing body, which maintains that all judicial decisions are made according to established regulations and without bias.

The governing body emphasized that its appeal process is designed with multiple safeguards to ensure fairness and impartiality. Officials stated that judges are selected based on their expertise and independence, and that all decisions are subject to strict procedural oversight.

Alpine has not yet indicated whether it plans to pursue further action regarding the decision. The incident highlights the high stakes in professional motorsport, where championship points and team standings can be significantly affected by appeal outcomes.