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Prince Albert confirmed to have coronavirus following Monaco GP postponement

Prince Albert confirmed to have coronavirus following Monaco GP postponement

19-03-2020 17:38 Last update: 17:53
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Nicolás Quarles van Ufford

Following the postponement of the Monaco Grand Prix earlier today it has now been reported Prince Albert has tested positively for the coronavirus, with the principality going into lockdown as a consequence.

On Thursday, Formula 1 made it official the Dutch, Spanish and Monaco Grands Prix will all be postponed, meaning there will be no F1 until June at the very least. 

At 62 years of age, Prince Albert is now being treated intensively, with elderly citizens being in more danger to COVID-19. According to reports, Albert is in good spirits.

To be continued.