Chase Carey sends open letter to Formula 1 fans: "Plan to start season when safe"
10:40, 17 Mar 2020
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Chase Carey has delivered an open letter to all Formula 1 fans in wake of the coronavirus outbreak. The virus has wreaked havoc in sport, with F1 being forced to delay the start of the season until at least the end of May. The CEO says that the season will start "as soon as it is safe to do so".
Australian Grand Prix
With just hours before the first green light was due to be switched on, F1 bosses cancelled the Australian Grand Prix weekend. Fans had even arrived at the Albert Park circuit, and the show cars were running around the track.
Leaving so many people in the dark, the organisation system was given criticism. But it now seems like an attempt to pour water on the fire is underway.
Open Letter
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"First and foremost, our priority is the health and safety of the fans, teams, and organisations of Formula 1, as well as wider society. We apologise to those fans affected by the cancellation in Australia, as well as the postponement of the other races to date. These decisions are being made by Formula 1, the FIA, and our local promoters in rapidly changing and evolving circumstances, but we believe they are the right and necessary ones," Carey said.
"We also want to extend our thoughts to those already affected, including those in the Formula 1 family. We recognise everyone wants to know what comes next for Formula 1 in 2020. We cannot provide specific answers today given the fluidity of the situation. However, we plan to get the 2020 Championship season underway as soon as it’s safe to do so. We are engaging with experts and officials on a daily basis as we evaluate how we go forward in the next few months."
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