According to media reports this weekend, the teams are reportedly at full speed to set the base of a rival series to Formula One. This way, they'll have something palpable to counteract the strong stand of the FIA on the 2010 rules. In addition, the fact that Mosley accused the teams for deliberately trying to set up a war against the FIA further damaged the relationship between the two bodies.
Last week, Mosley said that the FOTA is not so unite as they claim to be, as it is comprised of two parts. On the one hand, there are the teams that want to reach a compromise and settle the dispute, while on the other, the ones who want to split from the FIA. The latest polls conducted by Italian broadcaster Sky Italia is surely a strong backer for their decision, as it shows no less than 91% of the fans are behind FOTA.
Responding to Mosley's comments, Toyota's John Howett – maybe the most feverish supporter of a breakaway series – revealed that he is optimistic about a new deal, only “in the other direction.” Flavio Briatore also positioned himself against the FIA president, saying “Maybe I am (a loonie)”, while Ferrari's Stefano Domenicali gave a more appropriate response to Mosley's jibe.
“I think we have shown a very rational and professional approach,” added the Ferrari principal.
All in all, the one thing that's for sure is that the FOTA and the FIA continue to be on different sides, as the teams did not responded positive to Mosley's “peaceful” optimism. The next episode of this ongoing drama is to take place this Wednesday, with a meeting to be held by the World Motor Sport Council in Paris.
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