Ecclestone, FOM and FIA allowed to appeal Massa conspiracy trial
Racer • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 11, 2026, 12:19 PM
Last updated Jun 11, 2026

Bernie Ecclestone, Formula One Management, and the FIA have received permission to appeal against the ruling that permits Felipe Massa’s 2008 conspiracy claim to advance to a full trial. The court’s decision came on June 11, 2026, allowing the respondents to contest the earlier judgment. This case stems from Massa’s assertion regarding his involvement in the 2008 Formula One season and potential damages associated with alleged wrongdoing. The outcome of this appeal could significantly influence Formula One’s legal and precedents.
- •Ecclestone and FIA granted appeal permission
- •Massa's conspiracy claim from 2008 is under review
- •Decision enables further legal proceedings
- •Outcome may impact future Formula One legal cases
- 12:19 PMRacer — Ecclestone, FOM and FIA granted appeal against Massa trial
"Bernie Ecclestone, Formula One Management and the FIA have been granted permission to appeal against the decision to allow Felipe Massa’s 2008 conspiracy claim to proceed to full trial.
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