“I would like to send my best wishes to Jean Todt in his new role, as I have always appreciated his ability, dedication and commitment. I am sure that, under his guidance, the Federation will be rejuvenated and will restore a climate open to dialogue and constructive collaboration with the teams and FOTA, thus ensuring stability of the regulations and the whole environment,” said the Italian official, via a press release.
“Formula 1 is about to embark on a new phase: all the stakeholders must work together with an eye to the future, to increase the credibility and interest generated by this sport, tackling the technical and environmental challenges that await it, while keeping unchanged, those characteristics that have made it one of the most popular disciplines on the world stage.”
Toyota boss John Howett, the second man in command within the FOTA (vice-chairman) also congratulated the Frenchman for his victory over Vatanen.
“I extend my best wishes to Jean Todt as he takes on this demanding but crucial role. I am convinced that Jean Todt's presidency represents an opportunity for all Formula 1's stakeholders to unite under his leadership and work together to strengthen our sport.”
“FOTA is looking forward to supporting him to broaden the appeal of our sport among fans and sponsors while respecting Formula 1's great heritage to which he has contributed enormously,” added Howett.
Todt was today elected by the member clubs of the FIA with a striking vote of 135 to 49.
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