F1 aims for full programme of racing in 2021 despite pandemic uncertainty

15-Oct-2020 15:57:15 | The Guardian

F1 chief Chase Carey lays out desire for full calendar
‘We’re planning for events, we’re planning to have fans’

Somewhat remarkably, Formula One’s chief executive, Chase Carey, is optimistic the sport will be able to host a full season of racing in 2021. Despite the restrictions that could be in place because of the pandemic, Carey has laid out F1’s desire to build a full calendar similar to that intended for 2020, to ensure the sport maintains a global presence.

F1 has managed to host 11 races and is targeting 17 for the season by establishing strict safety protocols. They have all thus far been held in Europe, however, with only three having been able to host a small number of fans. A total of 22 meetings were due to be held this season and a similar number are now intended for next year.

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F1 aims for full programme of racing in 2021 despite pandemic uncertainty