Motorsport Australia’s Christopher McMahon has landed himself the title of 2022 Federation Internationale de l’Automobile’s (FIA) Senior Official of 2022!
The Queensland-based senior steward serves as one of the current co-chairs of the Repco Supercars Championships Stewards Panel.
“It’s a bit humbling but I am very chuffed that my efforts have been acknowledged,” McMahon said.
“To be honest, I am a little embarrassed as stewarding is a team activity, and I was individually recognised. However, it is all very pleasing and came as a complete surprise.
McMahon had plenty of mentors he attributed the accolade too, including the late Ann Thompson, who first identified him as a steward, as well as Trevor Neuamann at a state level and Steve Chopping and Peter Drew who helped him in reaching the pinnacle of Aussie motorsport in the Supercars.
“I would also like to acknowledge some of the core member of the Supercars Stewards’ team in Matt Selley and Steve Lisk, while the Race Direction team of Tim Schenken, Michael Masi and James Taylor have beeb excellent to work with.
“I also found the FIA family is a really good fit and I have worked with some good people including: Robert Reid (now FIA Deputy President of Sport), Timo Rautiainen (now FIA WRC Sporting Delegate) and Waultraud Wunsch (a member of the FIA International Court of a Appeal) – all of whom have been fantastic in helping me develop my skills as a steward since my time in the sport.
“Finally, I am very grateful for all the support over the years, as well as the nomination itself, and I am thankful for the opportunity to be in motorsport – we don’t do this for the awards, but it’s pleasing to be recognised.”