Russia’s attack on Ukraine that began last Thursday prompted the leaders of Formula 1 today to release a statement in which it was defined as impossible, at present, to be able to compete in the Sochi GP scheduled for the month of September.
Many drivers, including Sebastian Vettel, candidly admitted that they did not want to go to Russia to compete in the race even if the event were to be confirmed.
Sochi GP promoter Rosgonki responded to F1’s release today announcing that the contract has been suspended, but has sent fans who have already purchased tickets to the race to be patient as the possibility still exists that the event. can dispute.
“According to the official statement released by Formula 1 on 25/02/2022, due to the current political situation in the world, the FIA has decided to suspend preparations for the previously scheduled round of the Formula 1 World Championship in Russia in Sochi. in September 2022 because it is impossible to keep it in the current circumstances “, reads the promoter’s press release.
Daniel Ricciardo, McLaren MCL35M, Lewis Hamilton, Mercedes W12
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“The agreement between the promoter of the Russian Grand Prix and Formula 1 is suspended due to force majeure events. Tickets purchased are not canceled and no refund will be made at the moment because it is still possible that the round can be played as previously scheduled “.
“Rosgonki will continue its business as always by providing services to guests of the Sochi racetrack, as well as organizing and conducting races and other events at federal, regional and municipal levels as part of the approved calendar of events.”
This year’s Russian Grand Prix was to be the last to be staged at the Sochi racetrack as from 2023 the race will be held in St. Petersburg.
Russian President Vladimir Putin attended the first races held in Sochi and also took part in the podium award ceremony.
UEFA announced today that the Champions League final, which was due to take place in St. Petersburg at the end of May, will instead be played in Paris.
The eventual official cancellation of the Russian GP could see Turkey return to the calendar, but at the moment there is no indication in this regard.
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