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UK-based F1 teams responding to ventilator shortage in COVID-19 crisis
UK-based Formula 1 teams are working with government and health authorities to help the relief effort amid a worldwide ventilator shortage due to the coronavirus pandemic.
POLL: Should F1 merge 2020 and 2021 into a super season?
Formula 1 chiefs are frantically attempting to start the 2020 season amid the ongoing coronavirus pandemic which has caused major disruption to the championship’s schedule.
F1 sets up Esports Virtual Grand Prix to replace postponed races
Formula 1 has launched a new F1 Esports Virtual Grand Prix series which will run as replacements to the postponed races and include some current F1 drivers.
Carey: F1 and FIA has power to change calendar without teams' approval
Formula 1 CEO Chase Carey says teams will not need to formally approve any calendar changes amid attempts to reschedule postponed races into the 2020 schedule.
Monaco GP completely cancelled for 2020 F1 season
The Monaco Grand Prix has been fully cancelled and will no longer take place in the 2020 Formula 1 season amid the ongoing coroanvirus pandemic. It will be the first time 1954 that F1 will not have a race around the streets of Monte Carlo in the Principality.
F1 agrees to postpone 2021 technical rules by a year
Formula 1 teams have agreed to delay the planned regulation overhaul for 2021 until 2022 in the wake of the coronavirus pandemic.
Baku set to stage F1 opener as Dutch, Spanish and Monaco GPs fall
The 2020 Formula 1 season is set to begin in June at the earliest after the Dutch, Spanish and Monaco rounds became the latest races to be affected by the coronavirus outbreak.
Binotto says Vettel’s F1 future at Ferrari is ‘in his own hands’
Ferrari Formula 1 boss Mattia Binotto says Sebastian Vettel’s future at the team is “in his hands” after opening discussions over a renewed deal for 2021.
Renault F1 team tells staff to work from home ahead of shutdown
The Renault Formula 1 team has instructed that all its employees should start working from home where possible ahead of its mandatory shutdown this month.
F1 teams set for crunch talks over 2021 rules and impact of COVID-19
Formula 1 teams are set for a crunch meeting on Thursday to discuss the impact the coronavirus pandemic will have on this season and 2021.
Red Bull will support any future F1 race postponements
Red Bull says it will fully back any decision to postpone further races on the 2020 Formula 1 calendar amid the ongoing global coronavirus crisis.
F1 moves summer shutdown after delay to season start
Formula 1 teams have agreed to bring the summer break forward following a delayed start to the 2020 season due to the coronavirus pandemic.
F1 teams pushing to delay 2021 rules by a year due to coronavirus
Formula 1 could delay the planned introduction of the 2021 regulation overhaul by a year in a bid to reduce costs following the disruption caused by the coronavirus pandemic.
All tested McLaren F1 crew have negative results for COVID-19
All seven members of McLaren’s Formula 1 race crew that were tested for coronavirus following the Australian Grand Prix have returned negative results.
Ross Brawn: F1 races could go ahead with fewer than 12 cars
Formula 1 motorsport chief Ross Brawn says races could take place with fewer than 12 cars on the grid this season and still count towards the world championship.
Max Verstappen says he is ‘not interested’ in Ferrari F1 engine row
Max Verstappen insists he is “not very interested” in getting involved in the debate over Ferrari’s use of its engine during the 2019 Formula 1 season.
Renault ‘wouldn’t say no’ to Vettel for 2021 if Ricciardo leaves
Renault Formula 1 boss Cyril Abiteboul has not ruled out a move for Sebastian Vettel for 2021 if Daniel Ricciardo were to leave the team.
McLaren F1 driver Carlos Sainz tests negative for coronavirus
McLaren Formula 1 driver Carlos Sainz has confirmed he has tested negative for coronavirus. The Spaniard is currently taking part in a voluntary quarantine period as a precautionary measure after a member of the McLaren F1 crew contracted COVID-19 at the Australian Grand Prix.
Sainz “a bit bored” during precautionary coronavirus quarantine period
McLaren Formula 1 driver Carlos Sainz admits he is "a bit bored” after undertaking a precautionary period of quarantine following his return from the cancelled Australian Grand Prix.
F1 CEO Chase Carey apologises to fans in open letter
Formula 1’s CEO Chase Carey has written an open letter to fans in the wake of the coronavirus outbreak and its subsequent impact on the 2020 season.
Top McLaren F1 personnel supporting staff in Melbourne
Leading McLaren Formula 1 personnel, including race director Andrea Stella have remained in Melbourne to support quarantined staff following the cancelled Australian Grand Prix.
Pirelli F1 team member tests positive for coronavirus in Australia
Pirelli has announced a member of its Formula 1 operations has tested positive for the coronavirus in Melbourne following the outbreak of COVID-19 in the paddock at the cancelled Australian GP.
Mercedes to keep F1 factories open amid coronavirus outbreak
The Mercedes Formula 1 team is keeping its UK-based factories open for the time being amid the ongoing coronavirus outbreak.
Renault F1 race team "safe" and self-isolating after Melbourne return
Renault has confirmed its Formula 1 race crew that attended the Australian Grand Prix are "safe" and currently undergoing a self-isolation period as a precaution due to the coronavirus pandemic.