Australian Grand Prix cancelled following positive tests of coronavirus at race venue

By Semi Turaga

13/03/2020

McLaren has withdrawn from the entire event. [Photo:Getty Images]

Formula 1 has confirmed that the Australian Grand Prix has been cancelled following the positive tests of coronavirus at the race venue - Albert Park.

It is understood that the majority of teams decided against racing at Albert Park during talks held last night.

BBC News is reporting Ferrari’s Sebastian Vettel has already flown home.

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