F1 Cancels Russian Grand Prix Following Invasion of Ukraine

https://www.thedrive.com/accelerator/44455/f1-cancels-russian-grand-prix-following-invasion-of-ukraine

by MR4D • 4 years ago

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ll931110• 4 years ago

The statement from Formula 1 says: [1]

"On Thursday evening Formula 1, the FIA, and the teams discussed the position of our sport, and the conclusion is, including the view of all relevant stakeholders, that it is impossible to hold the Russian Grand Prix in the current circumstances."

So if the circumstances change, the race could be reinstated. This is not an official cancellation.

[1] https://corp.formula1.com/formula-1-statement-on-the-russian...

MR4D2• 4 years ago

You make a good point, and considering the greediness of F1, if they situation were right, I have no doubt that they would go back.

That being said, the rumors are that F1 is looking for a replacement race to fill that spot. So if that spot gets filled quickly, then I'm sure this will be "officially" canceled. Also, a couple (perhaps more by now) of drivers have already said they won't race in Russia. But again, who knows how this plays out.

MR4D2• 4 years ago

Looks like the cancellation is now officially Official:

https://www.espn.com/f1/story/_/id/33411099/formula-one-term...

rasz• 4 years ago

Title is incorrect. Correct one is:

F1 considering Cancelling Russian Grand Prix Following being made look like fools after drivers themselves started announcing refusal to participate in any races on Russian soil.

F1 Cancels Russian Grand Prix Following Invasion of Ukraine

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