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Australian Grand Prix is cancelled due to coronavirus

After long discussions between Formula One, FIA, teams and the organisers, The 2020 Formula 1 season-opening Australian Grand Prix has been officially called off amid the ongoing coronavirus outbreak. The Australian GP was scheduled for this weekend despite the ever-worsening situation regarding the COVID-19. The sport was adamant to implement the necessary precauionary measurements to ensure that the season opener could go ahead. However, McLaren have confirmed on Thursday that a team member has tested positive for the coronavirus. As a result, the Woking-based outfit has withdrawn from the race, casting doubt on the race weekend. Following meetings between the race organisiers, FOM, FIA...
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