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Social media influencer joins FIA presidential race – for some reason

. Phillip van Osten 01/10/2025 at 14:0801/10/2025 at 14:24 40 SHARES Share on.. Share on.. Share on.. In a move that has left more than a few eyebrows permanently arched, a Belgian social media influencer and former model by the name of Virginie Philippot has announced her candidacy for the presidency of the FIA. The 33-year-old, who once graced beauty pageants and later dabbled in reality-TV shows, has tossed her glitter-dusted hat into the ring as the fourth contender for the FIA presidency. Announced via a breezy Instagram post ahead of the Singapore Grand Prix, Philippot’s entry turns what was already a quirky election into a full-blown sideshow. With zero racing credentials beyond...
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