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

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.

Budget cap drops. With this Ferrari’s budget cap inquiry with the FIA seem even more important now. #F1 https://t.co/7fwhIPA8fx

— V F1 (@swiftsambi) May 18, 2022

22 for 22 - better!!!!

— Jennie Gow (@JennieGow) May 18, 2022

This actually makes a bit of sense! Give everyone a mini break in what is otherwise a breakneck schedule. #F1 #SpanishGP https://t.co/f9z2oJ7SP0

— Andy P (@AFP3626) May 18, 2022

It was noticeable that Russia had not been replaced on the F1 App by a TBA #F1 https://t.co/fUT4ntJa1P

— Mark Gallagher (@_markgallagher) May 18, 2022

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 https://t.co/qS3BJVUKJX

— Out Lap F1 Podcast (@OutLapF1Podcast) May 18, 2022