Mazepin ruled out of F1 finale after positive COVID-19 test 

Mazepin ruled out of F1 finale after positive COVID-19 test 

 

 

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Ahead of Sunday’s 2021 finale in Abu Dhabi, Haas announced the Russian had tested positive for COVID-19, ruling him out of the 22nd and last race of his rookie campaign. Haas said Mazepin is “physically well” and asymptomatic but will now have to adhere to the local health guidelines and undergo a period of self-isolation, preventing him from taking part in Sunday’s grand prix. “ad_Mazepin will not be replaced by Haas test and reserve Pietro Fittipaldi. Article 31.1 of the 2021 FIA F1 sporting regulations prohibits “any driver from starting the race who has not taken part in at least one practice session”. That means Haas will field just a single car for the final race of the season, with Mick Schumacher lining up from 19th on the grid. Related Bottas ready to ‘sacrifice’ his race to help Hamilton’s F1 title bid ‘People will remember this year’ – F1 title rivals set for epic finaleMazepin is the first driver to be forced to miss a race this season due to contracting COVID-19. Hi, everyone! Sorry to report I’ve had a positive Covid test. Feeling totally fine but won’t be able to race today. Wishing all my fellow drivers a fantastic end to the season and sending thanks and love to everyone for their support.— Nikita Mazepin (@nikita_mazepin) December 12, 2021Related F1 qualifying heto-heads: Who came out on top in 2021? “A lesson to learn” – Wolff admits after Red Bull’s ‘flawless’ towing F1 tactics 

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