The FIA, F1’s governing body, said in a statement on Tuesday afternoon that 52-year-old Wittich had “stepped down” from his position to “pursue new opportunities.” Current F3 and F2 race director Rui Marques will take over from the next race in Las Vegas.

Former Formula 1 team owner Eddie Jordan has openly accused the FIA's former race director Niels Wittich of favoring McLaren driver Lando Norris' championship p

The FIA have announced a new appointment in an official statement confirming their new Digital Director. Their new appointment follows the departure of two members of staff this week, with Niels Wittich and Paolo Basarri leaving their respective roles.