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Felipe Massa

Born: April 25, 1981

Height: 5' 5" (166cm)

Hometown: Sao Paulo
Nationality: Brazil Brazilian
Felipe Massa of Brazil and Ferrari attends the drivers parade before the Abu Dhabi Formula One Grand Prix at the Yas Marina Circuit on November 3, 2013
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Felipe Massa of Brazil and Ferrari attends the drivers parade before the Abu Dhabi Formula One Grand Prix at the Yas Marina Circuit on November 3, 2013
Massa’s $90m ‘crashgate’ case begins in London
Felipe Massa’s lawsuit against Bernie Ecclestone, the FIA, and Formula One Management (FOM) has officially opened at London’s Royal Courts of Justice, coinciding with Ecclestone’s 95th birthday.
Oct 30, 08:00
 Bernie Ecclestone pictured on November 3, 2024
Ecclestone dismisses cover-up claims ahead of Massa court case
Bernie Ecclestone has rejected suggestions that Formula 1 deliberately concealed the truth about the 2008 'Crashgate' controversy, as Felipe Massa’s lawsuit nears a London hearing.
Sep 25, 07:00
 Felipe Massa of Brazil and Ferrari attends the drivers parade before the Abu Dhabi Formula One Grand Prix at the Yas Marina Circuit on November 3, 2013
Hearings looming for Massa's crashgate quest
Felipe Massa says his legal campaign over the 2008 “Crashgate” scandal is about more than just his own lost world title bid.
Sep 4, 07:20
 Flavio Briatore at the Abu Dhabi GP on November 26, 2023
I never spoke to Piquet about crashgate - Briatore
Flavio Briatore has once again denied any wrongdoing in the infamous "crashgate" scandal that rocked Formula 1 more than 15 years ago.
Jun 4, 10:40
 Max Verstappen on October 27, 2024
Alpine emerges as surprise contender for Verstappen
Former F1 driver Ralf Schumacher has suggested Alpine could be a dark horse in the race to sign Max Verstappen for 2026.
Apr 17, 15:00
 Max Verstappen pictured on September 1, 2024
Honda downplays Verstappen-to-Aston Martin hype
Honda has sought to quell rumours that Max Verstappen might jump ship to Aston Martin in Formula 1.
Apr 15, 14:15
 Felipe Massa at the Miami GP on May 5, 2023
Ecclestone faces 95th birthday in court with Felipe Massa
Bernie Ecclestone is slated to observe his 95th birthday in London's High Court - joined by Felipe Massa.
Feb 26, 09:00
 Fernando Alonso pictured on September 21, 2024
'Two faced' Alonso hit truth about crashgate - Massa
Felipe Massa has accused former teammate Fernando Alonso of having "two faces" and hiding the truth about the infamous 2008 crashgate scandal.
Feb 19, 11:00
 Felipe Massa at the Miami GP on May 5, 2023
Massa expands restaurant empire in Sao Paulo
Felipe Massa has successfully transitioned from Formula 1 racing to the world of fine dining, now owning two highly-rated restaurants in Sao Paulo.
Feb 3, 11:45
 Lando Norris pictured on September 22, 2024
Norris needs Verstappen's mentality to succeed, says Massa
Former Formula 1 driver Felipe Massa believes the edge in Max Verstappen's "mentality" and aggressive approach makes him difficult to beat, especially for his main 2024 rival, Lando Norris.
Nov 19, 12:00
 Felipe Massa at the Miami GP on May 5, 2023
Massa tips Colapinto for Audi's vacant 2025 F1 seat
Felipe Massa believes that Audi could seize the opportunity to sign impressive Formula 1 rookie Franco Colapinto for the 2025 season.
Oct 10, 11:00
 Felipe Massa at the Saudi Arabia GP on March 16, 2023
Unfair for Massa to take Hamilton's title - Popov
It would not be fair to take away Lewis Hamilton's first world championship title, Russian Formula 1 commentator Alexey Popov insists.
Mar 14, 06:52
 Felipe Massa at the Miami GP on May 5, 2023
Four F1 insiders hit out at Massa's $82m F1 crusade
Four well-known Formula 1 personalities have questioned whether Felipe Massa should be proceeding with a $82 million lawsuit against the 2008 'crashgate' scandal.
Mar 13, 06:41
 Felipe Massa at the Miami GP on May 5, 2023
Massa sues F1, FIA for $82m over 2008 'crashgate'
Felipe Massa has followed through on his threat to sue Formula 1 for "justice" relating the outcome of the 2008 world championship.
Mar 12, 07:24
 Lewis Hamilton at the Abu Dhabi GP on November 25, 2023
Hamilton must fight to be Ferrari's top dog
A throng of highly-respected Formula 1 personalities are chewing over whether Lewis Hamilton or Charles Leclerc will be the biggest winner in Ferrari's bombshell 2025 driver lineup.
Feb 7, 07:08
 Alex Albon at the Italian GP on August 31, 2023
Albon not confirming definite 2025 Williams seat
Rumours Alex Albon is one of F1's hottest properties for the 2025 driver market have been scotched by James Vowles, his current boss at Williams.
Feb 6, 07:06
 Felipe Massa at the Miami GP on May 5, 2023
Massa may succeed in 'crashgate' mission - Todt
Felipe Massa may well be successful in his quest for justice some 15 years after Formula 1's disgraceful 'crashgate' scandal of 2008.
Dec 18, 06:29
 Jean Todt pictured on September 20, 2023
Todt says Michael Masi was 'impeccable' F1 official
Jean Todt has hinted that F1's governing body should reconsider bringing highly controversial former race director Michael Masi back to the sport.
Dec 15, 05:37
 Jean Todt pictured on September 20, 2023
Jean Todt backs Massa over 'rigged' 2008 race
Jean Todt, the former Ferrari boss and ex-FIA president, has offered words of support for Felipe Massa's quest to be named the 2008 world champion.
Dec 7, 06:10
 Sergio Perez at the Brazil GP on November 3, 2023
Red Bull would be wrong to sack Perez - Massa
Red Bull should not be considering ousting Sergio Perez, according to former Formula 1 driver Felipe Massa.
Nov 13, 06:57
 Felipe Massa at the Miami GP on May 5, 2023
Massa hit reverse gear on Brazil GP absence
Retired Formula 1 driver Felipe Massa ultimately scrapped his decision to steer clear of his home Brazilian GP.
Nov 6, 06:27
 Felipe Massa at the Miami GP on May 5, 2023
Massa sits out Brazil GP amid F1 lawsuits
Sao Paulo native Felipe Massa will not be at the Brazilian GP this weekend, despite officially serving as a Formula 1 ambassador.
Nov 3, 06:44
 Michael Schumacher pictured in 2006
Schumacher's health will remain a secret - lawyer
The media lawyer for Michael Schumacher's family says there are no plans to divulge official information about the health of the seven time world champion.
Oct 29, 05:07
 Felipe Massa at the Miami GP on May 5, 2023
Massa extends 'crashgate' deadline yet again
Felipe Massa's deadline for Formula 1 and the FIA to respond to his threat of legal action has been extended once again.
Oct 17, 05:29
 Felipe Massa at the Miami GP on May 5, 2023
Mercedes not supporting Massa's 'crashgate' push
Felipe Massa will not have Mercedes' backing as he pushes ahead with potential legal action against the FIA and Formula 1.
Sep 20, 06:49
 Felipe Massa at the Miami GP on May 5, 2023
Marko wants Massa to be handed 2008 title
It is possible Felipe Massa will be retrospectively awarded the 2008 world championship, according to Red Bull's Dr Helmut Marko.
Sep 16, 07:13
 Felipe Massa at the Miami GP on May 5, 2023
Massa legal action only about 'money' - Ecclestone
Bernie Ecclestone has hit out at Felipe Massa for daring to mount a legal challenge to the outcome of the 2008 world championship.
Sep 13, 07:14
 Lewis Hamilton at the Italian GP on August 31, 2023
Massa lawyers ask Hamilton for 'crashgate' help
Lawyers are seeking the backing of both Ferrari and Lewis Hamilton as they push ahead with Felipe Massa's bid to be named 2008 world champion.
Sep 12, 07:16
 Felipe Massa at the Miami GP on May 5, 2023
Massa wants Ferrari support in 'crashgate' case
Felipe Massa says he is hoping to secure Ferrari's support in his push to overturn the result of the 2008 world championship.
Sep 6, 07:47
 Felipe Massa at the Miami GP on May 5, 2023
Massa sets looming deadline over F1 legal threat
Felipe Massa has imposed a looming deadline for Formula 1 and its governing FIA to react to his threat of legal action.
Sep 1, 07:22
 Felipe Massa at the Miami GP on May 5, 2023
'Crashgate' legal action not against Hamilton - Massa
Felipe Massa says he has "nothing against" Lewis Hamilton even though he wants the 2008 world championship to be taken away from his former F1 rival.
Aug 26, 06:26
 Felipe Massa at the Miami GP on May 5, 2023
Ferrari not supporting Massa's 2008 title push
Ferrari's boss says he is not supportive of a push by Felipe Massa to be declared world champion.
Aug 24, 07:02
 Felipe Massa at the Miami GP on May 5, 2023
Massa legal action a 'disgrace' - Popov
Felipe Massa is preparing to "disgrace himself" by launching legal action against Formula 1.
Aug 22, 08:45
 Felipe Massa at the Miami GP on May 5, 2023
Calls for 2008, 2021 F1 titles to be overturned
Felipe Massa has taken the first official step in suing Formula 1 authorities over the 2008 world championship outcome.
Aug 21, 07:13
 Felipe Massa at the Miami GP on May 5, 2023
Massa pushing ahead with 'crashgate' legal action
Felipe Massa is pushing ahead with plans to sue Formula 1 authorities in order to be declared 2008 world champion.
May 22, 06:04
 Max Verstappen at the Miami GP on May 4, 2023
Ex drivers agree Verstappen on 'Senna level'
Four former Formula 1 drivers agree that Max Verstappen is the strongest driver of his generation - and perhaps one of the all-time greats.
May 11, 05:49
 Felipe Massa at the Saudi Arabia GP on March 16, 2023
Piquet never intended to 'harm' Massa
Former F1 driver Nelson Piquet jr says he never intended for his actions to deprive fellow Brazilian Felipe Massa of the 2008 title.
Apr 13, 06:42
 Felipe Massa at the Saudi Arabia GP on March 16, 2023
Perez, Sainz, 'too inconsistent' for F1 title - Massa
Charles Leclerc currently stands out as the only top Formula 1 driver on back-to-back world champion Max Verstappen's level.
Mar 28, 05:44
 Toto Wolff at the Bahrain GP on March 4, 2023
'Angry' Wolff could axe Mercedes engineers
Heads could roll at Mercedes after team boss Toto Wolff admitted his designers had fudged the basic 'concept' of its Formula 1 car for the second season in a row.
Mar 19, 06:15
 Max Verstappen at the Saudi Arabia GP on March 17, 2023
Verstappen can win 'six titles in a row' - Massa
A new era of Schumacher or Hamilton-style dominance is now well underway in Formula 1, according to Michael Schumacher's former teammate Felipe Massa.
Mar 19, 06:14
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