According to RaceFans, the 2021 Formula 1 Australian Grand Prix is at risk of postponement due to COVID-19. Scheduled for March 21, the curtain-raiser in Melbourne is in doubt because of new measures introduced in the country to help prevent the virus from spreading further. Based on the new regulations, the teams would either have to quarantine for 14 days ahead of the race or operate within a biosphere. At this stage, both options present significant obstacles. With the race held on a temporary circuit in Albert Park, construction needs to begin two months ahead of the Grand Prix and therefore a decision needs to be made within the next two weeks. Ticket sales have not opened, with the...
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