Felipe Massa's attempt to rewrite Formula 1 history faced challenges on the first day of his London hearing.
Lawyers for the FIA, Formula One Management, and Bernie Ecclestone disputed Massa's version of events, also criticizing his driving at times.
Massa, who lost the 2008 title to Lewis Hamilton by one point, is seeking $80 million in damages over the "Crashgate" race in Singapore, claiming the FIA's alleged cover-up cost him the championship.
Massa told own blunders, not ‘Crashgate’, cost him 2008 title
Author's summary: Massa's lawsuit faces scrutiny in London hearing.