Australian GP: the public banned from circuits because of the coronavirus - France 24

Melbourne (AFP)

The public will not be admitted to the Melbourne circuit, where the Formula 1 Australian Grand Prix is ​​scheduled to take place on Sunday, the Prime Minister of Victoria announced on Friday.

"Due to public health requirements, there will be no spectators at the Grand Prix this weekend, whether or not there is a race," said Prime Minister Daniel Andrews as discussions between teams and organizers continue to find out if the race will be held or not.

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