It’s so disappointing to see FIA issue a statement at all. Any reputable organisation would issue a ‘no comment’ in any ongoing legal proceedings.

Oh, hold on…

Okay, Max isn’t supposed to be there any more and yet it’s all still run like a little fiefdom, complete with all the usual publicly aired spats. Max is fascinating to see in operation, but the idea of his lingering influence is distinctly unsavoury.

If Todt wants to show that he’s the future, he should get a handle on FIA’s fly-catching gob of a press/PR dept and refrain from these public whinges, it’s childish.

As a manufacturer, I’d have no confidence in FIA. As a fan, I’m slightly disappointed. Mad Max arguably had his excuses, but Todt??

Its obvious Max had far too much power and too many roles to play in this saga, however I feel that thoses roles and power is exactly what will help him beat Flav in this case.

Its one of those funny (but not really funny) political things. It is obvious that Max abused his power, but as the layman would say… “What can I do”?

Yes Flav should be punished, as should Pat, so should Jr “he who shall not be named” Jr. Flav is on the back foot, but I hope the judge looks at the questions before him and tries not to judge Flav and Pat on their actions during 2008… Did Max abuse his power? and… Did Max have the right to do what he did?

Regarding the money. I think the 1Mil is just to have something there, If I were in Flavs case I would hold the higher ground and not ask for anything except for court costs and my job back.

But, alas, I think we will ultimately see Flav get his arse handed to him once again. Max’s ability to line up his ducks into neat little rows is astounding and I would be very surprised if his evil work were to come undone at this stage.