Who's getting fired next? Russell expresses F1 drivers' concern

The FIA said it also had in place a high performance programme to train up individuals for race control and stewarding roles, with candidates earmarked for a range of FIA categories.

Mercedes driver George Russell expressed concern about further departures from Formula One's governing body on Thursday and wondered who was next for the sack after two senior figures left.

Mercedes driver George Russell expressed concern about further departures from Formula One's governing body on Thursday and wondered who was next for the sack after two senior figures left.

The BBC quoted steward Tim Mayer, an American who is also sporting organiser of the three U.S. grands prix, saying he had been fired via text message by an assistant to FIA president Mohammed Ben Sulayem.