Schumacher writes letter of Support for Todt!
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If Todt wants the rest of the field to think that he wont be biased towards Ferrari then this puke worthy stunt from Ferrari employed Schumacher is not going to help
Michael Schumacher has written an open letter to the FIA member clubs reiterating his support for Jean Todt in the FIA presidential election - and insisting that the former Ferrari team boss will implement major changes.
The seven times world champion said he was keen to tackle perceptions that the FIA under Todt would work in the same vein as under current president Max Mosley, who has endorsed Todt as his favoured successor, and that therefore Todt's rival Ari Vatanen was the candidate for those who sought a fresh era.
Schumacher is adamant that Todt is his own man and will make his own mark on the governing body.
"I know that there are some people who say that Jean's presidency would be a continuation of Max's leadership," he wrote.
"I can only tell these people that they do not know Jean. He has his own expert knowledge, his own agenda and his own leadership style. From my experience he will implement his plans for the FIA in his own way, as a team player."
Schumacher believes that the FIA does need to change under its new leader.
"Since I stopped driving in Formula 1, I have followed the sport very closely and have read a lot of stories which have done our sport much harm," said Schumacher.
"Having worked for the FIA and FIA Foundation on many projects for more than a decade, I may also claim that I am very familiar with the FIA.
"This is why I deeply feel it is time for some changes, but these changes must be managed carefully by someone as skillful as Jean who has formed the right team of people to on the one hand appreciate the great achievements of the FIA and on the other hand really make change happen."
He also feels that Todt will be a conciliatory president and will be willing to delegate power.
"His characteristics such as leadership, loyalty, commitment and knowledge as beyond question, but in my view his outstanding skill is the encouragement of teamwork. In my active racing days I have experienced his willingness to share and delegate to a great and successful extent," Schumacher said.
"In many conversations we have had recently I have understood how detailed and thoughtful Jean's policy programme is. I have also understood that he will bring about the many changes he is preparing for in his very own way: through building consensus with all of the many stakeholders; rather than through confrontation. He will work as part of a team of experts, for the benefit of the world of sport and mobility."
Michael Schumacher has written an open letter to the FIA member clubs reiterating his support for Jean Todt in the FIA presidential election - and insisting that the former Ferrari team boss will implement major changes.
The seven times world champion said he was keen to tackle perceptions that the FIA under Todt would work in the same vein as under current president Max Mosley, who has endorsed Todt as his favoured successor, and that therefore Todt's rival Ari Vatanen was the candidate for those who sought a fresh era.
Schumacher is adamant that Todt is his own man and will make his own mark on the governing body.
"I know that there are some people who say that Jean's presidency would be a continuation of Max's leadership," he wrote.
"I can only tell these people that they do not know Jean. He has his own expert knowledge, his own agenda and his own leadership style. From my experience he will implement his plans for the FIA in his own way, as a team player."
Schumacher believes that the FIA does need to change under its new leader.
"Since I stopped driving in Formula 1, I have followed the sport very closely and have read a lot of stories which have done our sport much harm," said Schumacher.
"Having worked for the FIA and FIA Foundation on many projects for more than a decade, I may also claim that I am very familiar with the FIA.
"This is why I deeply feel it is time for some changes, but these changes must be managed carefully by someone as skillful as Jean who has formed the right team of people to on the one hand appreciate the great achievements of the FIA and on the other hand really make change happen."
He also feels that Todt will be a conciliatory president and will be willing to delegate power.
"His characteristics such as leadership, loyalty, commitment and knowledge as beyond question, but in my view his outstanding skill is the encouragement of teamwork. In my active racing days I have experienced his willingness to share and delegate to a great and successful extent," Schumacher said.
"In many conversations we have had recently I have understood how detailed and thoughtful Jean's policy programme is. I have also understood that he will bring about the many changes he is preparing for in his very own way: through building consensus with all of the many stakeholders; rather than through confrontation. He will work as part of a team of experts, for the benefit of the world of sport and mobility."
Project 644 said:
Question, why does Todt need all these people coming out in favour of him? What does he have to fear the no-one knows?
The only things I have seen about Ari recently have been FIA Members coming out in favour of him.
Is Napoleon getting desperate?
The mistake they are making is that they are just proving that there was/is some sort of FIA boys club. All we now need is for Ross Brawn & Monte to mention how honest & great Todt is and the jigsaw will be completed.The only things I have seen about Ari recently have been FIA Members coming out in favour of him.
Is Napoleon getting desperate?
Wanta996Gotta said:
Project 644 said:
Question, why does Todt need all these people coming out in favour of him? What does he have to fear the no-one knows?
The only things I have seen about Ari recently have been FIA Members coming out in favour of him.
Is Napoleon getting desperate?
The mistake they are making is that they are just proving that there was/is some sort of FIA boys club. All we now need is for Ross Brawn & Monte to mention how honest & great Todt is and the jigsaw will be completed.The only things I have seen about Ari recently have been FIA Members coming out in favour of him.
Is Napoleon getting desperate?
Alex97 said:
Wanta996Gotta said:
Project 644 said:
Question, why does Todt need all these people coming out in favour of him? What does he have to fear the no-one knows?
The only things I have seen about Ari recently have been FIA Members coming out in favour of him.
Is Napoleon getting desperate?
The mistake they are making is that they are just proving that there was/is some sort of FIA boys club. All we now need is for Ross Brawn & Monte to mention how honest & great Todt is and the jigsaw will be completed.The only things I have seen about Ari recently have been FIA Members coming out in favour of him.
Is Napoleon getting desperate?
Wanta996Gotta said:
Alex97 said:
Wanta996Gotta said:
Project 644 said:
Question, why does Todt need all these people coming out in favour of him? What does he have to fear the no-one knows?
The only things I have seen about Ari recently have been FIA Members coming out in favour of him.
Is Napoleon getting desperate?
The mistake they are making is that they are just proving that there was/is some sort of FIA boys club. All we now need is for Ross Brawn & Monte to mention how honest & great Todt is and the jigsaw will be completed.The only things I have seen about Ari recently have been FIA Members coming out in favour of him.
Is Napoleon getting desperate?
Although my memories may be incorrect and Montezemolo will probably release a gushing endorsement tomorrow morning
Wanta996Gotta said:
M. Schumacher said:
I know that there are some people who say that Jean's presidency would be a continuation of Max's leadership...
I can only tell these people that they do not know Jean. He has his own expert knowledge, his own agenda and his own leadership style. From my experience he will implement his plans for the FIA in his own way, as a team player.
I can only tell these people that they do not know Jean. He has his own expert knowledge, his own agenda and his own leadership style. From my experience he will implement his plans for the FIA in his own way, as a team player.
Todt's leadership would not be a continuation of Max's? And yet Mosley is moving heaven and earth to try to ensure that Todt succeeds him - so that Todt can make root-and-branch changes to what Mosley has spent the last 18 years making?
Right. Very plausible.
Project 644 said:
Question, why does Todt need all these people coming out in favour of him? What does he have to fear the no-one knows?
The only things I have seen about Ari recently have been FIA Members coming out in favour of him.
Is Napoleon getting desperate?
Hasn't the other guy had support too?The only things I have seen about Ari recently have been FIA Members coming out in favour of him.
Is Napoleon getting desperate?
stephen300o said:
Project 644 said:
Question, why does Todt need all these people coming out in favour of him? What does he have to fear the no-one knows?
The only things I have seen about Ari recently have been FIA Members coming out in favour of him.
Is Napoleon getting desperate?
Hasn't the other guy had support too?The only things I have seen about Ari recently have been FIA Members coming out in favour of him.
Is Napoleon getting desperate?
Todt sent a letter to all member clubs stating that he was running a fair campain and that he was better for the job than Ari. He has also had such influential people as Schumacher coming out in favour of him.
I have heard nothing from Ari since seeing him on the grid in Singapore. I have, however, heard member clubs (the people who have a vote) coming out in favour of him (South Africa in particular being quite scathing of some of Todt's remarks in the process.)
Edited by Project 644 on Wednesday 14th October 17:48
what a load of crap from schumacher. one of the most insincere f1 drivers ever. its just a load of sycophantic (please excuse the spelling ifs its wrong!!!) nonsense from him.
another joker - how far up todts ass can schumacher get? did he actually write it all by himself in joined up writing or has todt ghost written it for him?
just disgraceful.
another joker - how far up todts ass can schumacher get? did he actually write it all by himself in joined up writing or has todt ghost written it for him?
just disgraceful.
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