McLAREN RACING STATEMENT
FOLLOWING THE EXTRAORDINARY MEETING OF
THE WORLD MOTOR SPORT COUNCIL
Following an appearance by McLaren today at the FIA World
Motor Sport Council in Paris, a unanimous decision has been
taken by the FIA which in McLaren’s opinion is very
balanced and fair. McLaren accepts the that the FIA World
Motor Sport Council had no alternative other than to find
that there was a purely technical breach by reason of the
possession of certain information by one individual at his
home, without McLaren’s knowledge or authority. McLaren
is delighted that the World Motor Sport Council determined
that this information was not used and accordingly imposed
no sanction whatsoever on the team. McLaren looks forward
to continuing its fight in what is the most exciting Drivers’
and Constructors’ World Championship in many years.
RON DENNIS, CHAIRMAN AND CEO, McLAREN GROUP:
“There is no doubt that the past 24 days have been challenging
and the tremendous support we have received from our sponsor
partners and the public has been much appreciated. Moving
forward McLaren wants to re-affirm our long-standing commitment
to honesty and integrity and re-state that we believe we have
acted correctly throughout. Now, we have Formula 1 World Championships
to win. As a result we intend to move on, so as to maintain
the focus and commitment required to do exactly that.”
FERNANDO ALONSO:
“Having only been part of McLaren for a few months I
know how important today’s decision will be for everybody.
I am looking forward to an exciting second half of the season
and to continue our battle for both World Championships.”
LEWIS HAMILTON:
“Whilst it’s only my first season in Formula 1
with the team, I already know and appreciate the commitment
and dedication of the people there. As a result I am pleased
with today’s decision and can’t wait for the rest
of the season.”
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