Massa gives update on 2008 F1 title legal challenge

Felipe Massa's bid to overturn the 2008 F1 World Championship has entered a new phase.

The Brazilian driver gave an update on his legal battle against F1, the FIA, and Bernie Ecclestone.

The fight for justice

At the heart of Massa's challenge lies the controversial 2008 Singapore Grand Prix, where Nelson Piquet Jr.'s deliberate crash benefited his Renault teammate Fernando Alonso.

This incident, now infamously known as "Crashgate," had significant implications for Massa's title bid.

"I hope the correct thing happens, for justice, for something that was not part of the sport that punished me big time,"

Massa told RN365, underlining his determination to right what he perceives as a historical wrong.

The catalyst for action

Massa's legal pursuit was sparked by Ecclestone's revelation last year that he, along with then-FIA president Max Mosley and race director Charlie Whiting, were aware of the true nature of the Singapore incident during the 2008 season.

Their decision to remain silent at the time, ostensibly to protect the sport's integrity, has now become the cornerstone of Massa's case.

The former Ferrari driver is seeking damages for the financial rewards he believes he was denied by not being officially recognized as the 2008 World Champion.

"This is what we are fighting for, which I believe is correct, especially after 16 years and on hearing things which you never thought it was really like that,"

Massa explained.

A professional approach

Highlighting the seriousness of his challenge, Massa revealed the extent of his preparation:

"After that, I decided to put a big team together, professional people, divided by many different countries. They really believe it was not fair what happened, for the sport, and I definitely paid."

The Brazilian's legal team has been working on the case for approximately five months, analyzing the events of 2008 through a professional and legal lens.

Financial and emotional toll

While Massa remains committed to his cause, he acknowledges the significant financial burden of the legal proceedings.

"It's also very expensive, a lot of money, so I really hope things finish soon,"

he admitted, expressing his desire for a swift resolution.

The emotional toll is equally evident.

"I never thought I was going to be part of such a thing in my life. It's not easy,"

Massa confessed, revealing the personal impact of revisiting one of the most painful chapters of his racing career.

While Massa couldn't provide a specific timeline for the case's conclusion, his determination remains unwavering.

"We've been waiting so long now for justice, we have to hope the truth comes out and there will be justice,"

he stated, encapsulating the sentiment driving his unprecedented legal battle.