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Coronavirus: F1 season could begin in May as Bahrain and Vietnam races called off

The Bahrain and Vietnam Grands Prix have been called off because of the coronavirus pandemic, as Formula 1 expect the season to begin in May. The Bahrain race was due to be held behind closed doors on 22 March, with the Vietnam Grand Prix on 5 April. The Australian and Chinese Grands Prix were already cancelled, with the Dutch Grand Prix scheduled for 3 May. Organisers will assess the "viability of potential alternative dates" later this year should the situation improve. "Formula 1, the FIA and the promoters have taken these decisions in order to ensure the health and safety of the travelling staff, championship participants and fans, which remains our primary concern,"...
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