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Chinanews client, August 26, F1 officials announced a few days ago that the Chinese Grand Prix of this season, which was previously postponed due to the epidemic, will not be held. At the same time, in the updated calendar of this season, 4 new sub-stations were added: Turkey, Bahrain (doubles), and Abu Dhabi. Some races in the new calendar will be open to a limited number of fans.
The F1 Chinese Grand Prix this season was originally scheduled to be held in Shanghai on April 19, 2020, but in February this year, affected by the epidemic, F1 officially announced the postponement of the event. There was a rumor that the game will resume, but the official decision was finally to cancel this year's game.
F1 Chairman and CEO Chez Carey said: “The F1 Chinese Grand Prix this season did not come as scheduled. This is extremely regrettable for us and the majority of fans. Every year, the F1 Chinese Grand Prix is always able to Presenting an unparalleled grand occasion, countless Chinese car fans showed us their great enthusiasm for this sport."
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In addition, Turkey, Bahrain (doubles), and Abu Dhabi have joined the revised 2020 calendar, making this 17-game season a reality.
F1 officials also announced that in the revised calendar, some races will be open to a limited number of fans, and F1 is discussing with each race promoter to finalize the details. (Finish)