The Australian Formula One Grand Prix was canceled Friday over coronavirus concerns
On Thursday, the auto racing company called off the weekend’s season-opener in Melbourne after a participating team member tested positive for COVID-19, according to a statement fromFollowing the announcement, Hamilton, 35, shared his thoughts on his Instagram Story, calling the cancellation the “right decision.”“No one wants this, we all want to get in our cars and get racing, but we have to be realistic and we must put health and safety first,” the six-time world champion said.
The driver went on to explain that while the decision is “disappointing” that he “hopes to be back to racing soon.”Hamilton also noted how serious the coronavirus has gotten over the past few months. “Remember we warned about the #coronavirus in JANUARY and people said we were taking it too seriously…how about now?!?” he added.He continued in a final post, “This has honestly been one of the most difficult days. I’ve raced my whole life, so much preparation has gone into being here … The uncertainty in the world, what a scary time it is.”
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