[THREAD] The Australian Grand Prix Corporation (AGPC) & F1 have been advised by the Victorian Chief Health Officer of the results of tests relating to eight personnel from the F1 Paddock.
Of these eight tests, seven individuals have returned a negative result confirming that they do not have the COVID-19 virus. An eighth individual has tested positive for the COVID-19 virus. It has been confirmed that the individual was a member of the McLaren Racing Team.
As a result of this, McLaren has announced its withdrawal from the Formula 1 Rolex Australian Grand Prix 2020. The AGPC is currently in discussions with F1, the FIA & the Department of Health and Human Services in relation to the broader implications of this test result.
Additionally, a ninth individual has been assessed and tested for the COVID-19 virus, with the results of this test pending. This individual is not associated with any F1 team, the FIA or associated suppliers. The AGPC will provide updates as further details become available.
