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Massa Sues F1 for £64 Million Over 2008 Crashgate

10/30/2025

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  • Felipe Massa, a Formula One driver, filed a lawsuit against Formula 1, Bernie Ecclestone, and the FIA, seeking £64 million in damages over Crashgate.
  • The 2008 Singapore Grand Prix saw Nelson Piquet Jr. crash to trigger a safety car that benefited Alonso, while Massa lost points.
  • Hamilton won the title by one point; the defendants say Massa's claims are meritless and time-barred, with a decision soon.