The start of the 2020 Formula 1 season seems to be a long way off again. And rightly so with the coronavirus causing havoc. While we wait for more news, we'll keep you up to date with the latest goings-on within Formula 1 teams and drivers with the social check.
Gasly still gets track-time in Australia
There might not be an Australian Grand Prix, but that hasn't stopped Pierre Gasly from taking to the track down under! The Frenchman went back to his roots and put in some laps in a kart!
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F1 teams send best wishes
The 2020 Formula 1 season should now be underway with a result confirmed in Australia. However, it wasn't to be after precautions were made as a result of the coronavirus outbreak. While the teams wish they could have been out on the Albert Park Circuit today, they wish everyone the very best.
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Remembering Charlie Whiting
On this day, Formula 1 was greeted with some shocking news. Charlie Whiting passed away. He was a much-loved character on the paddock, and did a lot for Formula 1. Teams have posted their wishes on social media.
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Lando Norris online
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Lewis Hamilton stays in Melbourne
His rival Sebastian Vettel and Kimi Raikkonen were out of Australia before the announcement was even made. But six-time world champion has remained in Australia and decides to challenge himself at rock climbing instead of qualifying.
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Stay safe. Look after each other and we will see you soon ❤
Waking up on what would've been race day, it feels strange not to have those season opener butterflies of anticipation.
However, F1 will be back. We will be back. That's what we do. But for now we hope everyone stays as safe as possible and our thoughts are with anyone affected.
We’d loved to have been out competing in Melbourne today for the first round of the F1 season, because that’s what we live for, but some things are bigger than racing. Our thoughts go out to everyone affected at the moment ❤️
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Gutted to not be qualifying today. I decided to stick around Melbourne and go indoor rock climbing. It’s a great way for me to keep focused.
I just wanted to say thanks to all of you who have been sending me such positive messages. Hope you are all staying safe. 🙏🏾