The FIA has printed new particulars of the dedication which Russian and Belarusian opponents should uphold with a view to take part in occasions as neutrals.
Following the World Motor Sport Council assembly on twenty eighth February and subsequent choices by particular person international locations’ motorsport federations to ban Russian and Belarusian athletes from competing, the FIA has issued an settlement to be signed by any Russian or Belarusian opponents.
The ‘Driver Dedication’ states, amongst different factors, that they’ll forfeit their proper to competitors in the event that they categorical assist for Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. It additionally enforces the FIA’s choices prohibiting the usage of imagery associated to the nationwide flags and hues of the 2 international locations.
The settlement, which calls on all Russian and Belarusian opponents to signal it, has the next circumstances:
1. I’ll adjust to the choices of the World Motor Sport Council of 1 March 2022. I perceive that any refusal or failure to adjust to these choices will represent a breach of Article 12.2.1.e of the FIA Worldwide Sporting Code, and should consequence within the imposition of a penalty or sanction beneath the Worldwide Sporting Code, the FIA Statutes, the FIA Judicial and Disciplinary Guidelines, and/or beneath some other relevant provision of the FIA guidelines and rules.
2. I acknowledge the sturdy dedication made by the FIA to face in solidarity with the individuals of Ukraine, the Federation Car d’Ukraine, and all of these struggling on account of the continuing battle.
3. I acknowledge that I could solely take part in Coated Occasions in a person and impartial capability, and never in any approach as a consultant of Russia or Belarus.
4. I cannot show any Russian/Belarusian nationwide symbols, colors, or flags publicly or through social media.
5. I cannot show on my uniforms, clothes, equipment, or different private objects, or on my gear or automobiles at any time in reference to my participation in Coated Occasions or in any other case in my capability as a participant in Coated Occasions:
× the Russian or Belarusian flag (present or historic);
× any illustration of or reference to the Russian or Belarusian flag;
× any nationwide emblem or different nationwide image of Russia/Belarus (e.g. coat of arms of Russia /double-headed eagle of Russia);
× the phrases “Russian”, “Russia”, “Belarus”, “Belarusian”, “Russian Car Federation”, “Fédération de l’Car de Belarus” or the acronyms “RUS” or “RAF” or “BAF”, “FBA”, “BLR” in any language or format; or
× the logo of the Russian Car Federation (“RAF”) or “Fédérationde l’Car de Belarus” (“FBA”/”BAF”).
6. I acknowledge that no Russian/Belarusian nationwide anthems will probably be performed at Coated Occasions. I cannot play or sing the Russian/Belarusian nationwide anthem at any official occasion venue or different space managed by the FIA or by the organiser or promoter of a Coated Occasion, or in any other case in reference to my participation in Coated Occasions or in any other case in my capability as a participant in Coated Occasions.
7. I cannot make any statements or feedback, take any actions, or conduct myself in a way that’s prejudicial to the pursuits of the FIA, any Competitors, and/or motorsport usually. Specifically, I cannot categorical any assist (direct or oblique) for the Russian and/or Belarusian actions in respect of Ukraine.
8. I’ll comply always with:
a. all FIA guidelines and rules, circulars, pointers, procedures, and different necessities, as amended sometimes;
b. all choices, rulings, and instructions of the FIA; and
c. any relevant sanctions regime.
9. I acknowledge and settle for that the FIA could implement additional measures or concern additional choices in relation to my participation in Coated Occasions in mild of the continuing battle in Ukraine, together with the fitting to refuse me entry into or stop me from taking part in and/or attending any Coated Occasion. I’ll adjust to any such additional measures and choices.
10. I’ve learn and understood the contents of this Driver Dedication and I acknowledge that it’s legally binding upon me.
This Driver Dedication (together with any dispute, declare, or controversy arising out of or referring to it) will probably be completely ruled by and construed in accordance with French legislation, topic to any battle of legislation rules that will mandate the applying of legal guidelines of one other jurisdiction.
All disputes, claims, and controversies arising out of or referring to this Driver Dedication (1) will probably be totally and eventually decided beneath and in accordance with the Worldwide Sporting Code and the FIA Judicial and Disciplinary Guidelines; or (2) (if the matter in concern falls outdoors the scope of the Worldwide Sporting Code and the FIA Judicial and Disciplinary Guidelines) will probably be topic to the unique jurisdiction of the Tribunal Judiciaire de Paris.
