The Circuit of the Americas has confirmed via a statement that a significant number of staff have been laid off due to bans on public gatherings preventing the venue from hosting events in the short term future. The circuit in Austin, Texas has played host to Formula 1 since 2012 and, although the statement released over social media makes no comment of the grand prix, it is expected at this point that the race will go ahead as planned. Article continues under video "COTA is an amphitheater, race track, sports stadium, conference centre, and place where fans and friends come together to create lasting memories," read the statement. "Without concerts, races and games, we have...
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