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The Australian Grand Prix "is still going ahead" despite the threat of the coronavirus.

Martes 03 de Marzo del 2020

The Australian Grand Prix

15 days before the Australian Grand Prix, which opens on March 15, the Formula One World Championship organizers are confident that the Melbourne race can take place as planned at Albert Park, despite the threat of the coronavirus.

15 days before the Australian Grand Prix, which opens on March 15, the Formula One World Championship organizers are confident that the Melbourne race can take place as planned at Albert Park, despite the threat of the coronavirus.

"We have everything planned for the Melbourne race next week. The circuit is being finalized, the material and personnel will arrive in the coming days, and we expect to open the doors to the public on March 12," said the CEO of the Australian Grand Prix Corporation, Andrew Westacott, in a statement.

"The health and safety of everyone is paramount. We are working in collaboration with health agencies and government and emergency service organizations to address the issue."

According to Westacott, "there are currently no indications of travel bans or teams having trouble getting to Australia, as always. Formula One has confirmed that the Australian Grand Prix will take place, and we look forward to welcoming them and the teams to Melbourne," he adds.

Source: Agencia EFE

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