F1 Today – 17/03/2020

The latest news and analysis behind the headlines from across Formula One, exploring the day’s events from a global perspective. Plus, the latest on the impact of coronavirus

F1 season suspended following outbreak of coronavirus

The Formula One season has been suspended until the 1st May following the outbreak of coronavirus. On Friday, crisis talks continued in Melbourne after eight members of McLaren tested positive for the virus causing the cancellation of the Australian Grand Prix. The first race of the season is expected to take place in Zandvoort, making

AUSTRALIAN GP – Race weekend cancelled following outbreak of coronavirus

Organisers of the Australian Grand Prix have cancelled this weekends opening race following an outbreak of the coronavirus. In late-night talks which continued until the gates opened teams debated whether continue with the race weekend. The crisis was sparked on Thursday when a member of McLaren tested positive for the virus and the team withdrew.

2019 Constructors Championship

Po Constructor Nat Points 1 Mercedes GER 739 2 Ferrari ITA 504 3 Red Bull – Honda AUT 417 4 McLaren – Renault GBR 145 5 Renault FRA 91 6 Scuderia Toro Rosso-Honda ITA 85 7 Racing Point – Mercedes GBR 73 8 Alfa Romeo Racing – Ferrari SUI 57 9 Haas – Ferrari USA

F1 Today – 11/03/2020

The latest news and analysis behind the headlines from across Formula One, exploring the day’s events from a global perspective

CORONAVIRUS – Bahrain GP to take place behind closed doors

Organisers of the Bahrain Grand Prix have announced the race will go ahead behind closed doors due to concerns over the coronavirus outbreak. The race is due to take place on 20 – 22 March and will only be broadcast on TV and radio. A statement said, “In consultation with our international partners and the

F1 Today – 06/03/2020

The latest news and analysis behind the headlines from across Formula One, exploring the day’s events from a global perspective