Australian Grand Prix cancelled again amid COVID-19 pandemic
F1’s Australian GP was scheduled to take place at Albert Park from November 18-21 in Melbourne after the 2020 race was called off due to COVID-19, while the MotoGP meet at Phillip Island was set for October 24.
However, both races have been scrapped for the second successive year because of restrictions and logistical challenges relating to the ongoing pandemic.
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With the Australian GP removed from MotoGP’s calendar, the Grande Premio do Algarve has been added for November 5-7, with the Malaysia GP brought forward a week to October 22-24.
“We’re deeply disappointed that for a second consecutive year, both MotoGP and Formula 1 fans won’t be able to see the world’s best riders and drivers compete at the wonderful Phillip Island and Albert Park Grand Prix Circuits,” said Australian Grand Prix Corporation Chairman Paul Little on Tuesday.
“We appreciate the challenge Australia faces with current international travel restrictions and the importance of vaccinations.
