Internet reacts with relief to 22 Grands Prix: 'Better!'

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16:08, 18 May 2022

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Formula 1 came out with the news on Wednesday that it will no longer seek a replacement for the Russian Grand Prix. It ensures that the calendar in 2022 will have only 22 races. On social media there are mostly relieved reactions.

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Budget cap drops. With this Ferrari’s budget cap inquiry with the FIA seem even more important now. #F1

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It was noticeable that Russia had not been replaced on the F1 App by a TBA #F1

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Formula 1 will not replace cancelled Russian Grand Prix in 2022 calendar bbc.co.uk/sport/formula1…

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In all fairness, this probably makes the most sense. The logistics are stretched enough, and while we would have loved to cover another race, 22 feels better. #F1 #SpanishGP

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F1 abandons plan to replace Russian Grand Prix. The 2022 season will remain at 22 races

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