“I am satisfied with the decision of the European Court, which gives me hope for a return to international motorsport” – Mazepin

Russian racing driver Nikita Mazepin told he was happy to have the opportunity to return to international motorsport following the European Court ruling.

The court on Thursday ruled that Mazepin had the right to enter the EU to negotiate and make deals with a racing team or with sponsors not associated with his father, Dmitry Mazepin, “as a main driver or reserve of Formula 1 or another organized series”. by under the aegis of the Fédération Internationale de l’Automobile (FIA)”, to participate in races, sponsorships and promotions at the request of his racing team or his sponsors, and to participate in championships, Grand Prix, races, training, testing in EU member states.

If Mazepin is hired as a Formula 1 driver or in other motorsport championships organized only in the EU or outside it, Mazepin must commit to driving under a neutral flag and sign the required document by the FIA.

— I am satisfied with the court’s decision, which gives me hope for a return to international motorsport. I will do my best to catch up. I look forward to returning to the cause to which I have devoted most of my life. Thank you to everyone who has supported me and continues to cheer me on, even in the most difficult times, Mazepin told .

If Mazepin is hired as a Formula 1 driver or in other motorsport championships organized only in the EU or outside it, Mazepin must commit to driving under a neutral flag and sign the required document by the FIA.

Mazepin was subject to European sanctions a year ago. He was a driver for the Haas team in the 2021 season and finished 21st in the final standings. In March 2022, it was announced that the team would end their partnership with him.

This season, Mazepin is taking part in the Asian Le Mans Series.