Mosely's sex scandal
April 8th 2008 04:43
Caught with his pants down
Mosely was filmed in his London home with five prostitutes, partaking in a sado-masochistic sexual orgy – with alleged Nazi-overtones.
As the son of 1930’s British facist leader Oswald Mosely, Max has never been able to entirely distance himself from Nazi connections, and this latest story has drawn the most deadly comparison yet.
Mosely and the FIA have been in damage control as more and more factions within the F1 fraternity voice their disappointment.
Given the anti-Semitic links drawn by the reports, German manufacturers BMW and Mercedes were quick to condemn the acts, and soon after brand-conscious Toyota and Honda issued their own statements.
Mosely’s first reaction was to vehemently deny and nazi-connections, but showed no sign of denying his involvement in the whole incident.
Then the usual outspoken mob threw their names into the mix, with former world champions Jody Scheckter and Niki Lauda both calling for Max’s resignation.
Even the American Automobile Association pipped in, issuing this comment:
"For an organisation, and its leader, to exercise the moral authority required to represent millions of motorists and sanction the activities of motorsport they must uphold the highest standards of ethical behaviour.
"AAA recognises Mr Mosley has dedicated many years of his life to advancing the interests of mobility and motorsport.
"However, after careful consideration, AAA has conveyed to Mr Mosley that it would be in the best interest of all concerned if he were to step down."
"AAA recognises Mr Mosley has dedicated many years of his life to advancing the interests of mobility and motorsport.
"However, after careful consideration, AAA has conveyed to Mr Mosley that it would be in the best interest of all concerned if he were to step down."
Max however, refuses to roll over and allow his reputation to die so easily.
Mosely has not stood down from his position, and has called an extraordinary FIA meeting, with over 200 delegates, to be held in Paris in around two months time.
The 67 year-old has said he intends to sue the News of the World for invasion of privacy, and later defended himself in a letter to German motoring federation, ADAC.
"Had I been caught driving excessively fast on a public road or over the alcohol limit (even in, say, Sweden where it is very low) I should have resigned the same day,"
"As it is, a scandal paper obtained by illegal means pictures of something I did in private which, although unacceptable to some people, was harmless and completely legal.
"Many people do things in their bedrooms or have personal habits which others find repugnant. But as long as they keep them private, nobody objects.
"The offence seems to be not what I did but the fact that it became public. But I played no role in this, indeed I did my utmost to ensure it remained private. I was the victim of a disgusting conspiracy.
"It goes without saying that the so-called Nazi element is pure fabrication. This will become crystal clear when the matter comes to trial. The newspaper invented this in order to spice up their story and introduce my family background.
"In short, I think I have done nothing wrong and that the wrong was done by the newspaper. That is why I am suing them.
"I don't think any of this should affect my work on motoring safety, the environment or the sport. I believe that 21st century adults do not worry about private sexual matters as long as they are legal and harmless."
"I shall put this view to the Assembly in due course."
"As it is, a scandal paper obtained by illegal means pictures of something I did in private which, although unacceptable to some people, was harmless and completely legal.
"Many people do things in their bedrooms or have personal habits which others find repugnant. But as long as they keep them private, nobody objects.
"The offence seems to be not what I did but the fact that it became public. But I played no role in this, indeed I did my utmost to ensure it remained private. I was the victim of a disgusting conspiracy.
"It goes without saying that the so-called Nazi element is pure fabrication. This will become crystal clear when the matter comes to trial. The newspaper invented this in order to spice up their story and introduce my family background.
"In short, I think I have done nothing wrong and that the wrong was done by the newspaper. That is why I am suing them.
"I don't think any of this should affect my work on motoring safety, the environment or the sport. I believe that 21st century adults do not worry about private sexual matters as long as they are legal and harmless."
"I shall put this view to the Assembly in due course."
It seems after years of politicking and attempts to undermine Mosely’s hitherto solid stance as head of the FIA – his opposers have finally found his undoing – even if it has very little to do with his ability to operate as head of the sport.
As it stands, Mosely and his PR team appear to be trying to turn the issue around, and point out that the only real victim involved here is the man himself.
He maintains that he is the subject of a rather crude and hurtful conspiracy aimed at ousting him from his FIA presidency.
It does raise questions as to why exactly a tabloid was able to obtain such extensive footage of a man who outside of the Formula One fraternity – holds no real celebrity appeal.
One must wonder why the scandal chasers were after Mosely.
Don’t be surprised if Mosely’s decision to sue the paper for invasion of privacy turfs up some recognisable names, and very dodgy and controversial connections to certain members within the paddock.
Who could Max have pissed off so much?
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