F1 chiefs want Hungarian GP behind-closed-doors as part of plans to get season up and running

FORMULA ONE bosses want to host the Hungarian GP behind closed doors as part of their plans to get their season started.

F1 chiefs have announced their intention for races in Austria before two GPs at Silverstone – which will also be behind closed doors.

Formula One chiefs want the Hungarian Grand Prix held behind-closed-doorsCredit: Getty Images – Getty

The Hungarian GP is now part of the new calendar – despite their government banning gatherings of more than 500 people until August 15th.

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However, circuit chiefs at the Hungaroring are investigating a way around that ruling by closing it to the public and making it a broadcast, rather than an event.

A statement from the Hungarian GP said: “The decision by the Hungarian government barring events with over 500 people from taking place in the country until August 15th has clearly had a direct impact.

“The Hungaroring team has been regularly liaising with Formula One to explore all possible ways to stage it in front of fans.

“However, in light of this decision this is unfortunately no longer possible.

“The health and well-being of all our fantastic Formula One fans, staff and championship participants has been and remains our primary concern throughout this period.

“And with that in mind, we have regrettably been left with no choice but to reach this conclusion.

“We have continuously emphasised our willingness to work towards a safe solution that would allow us to welcome the entire Formula One family to the Hungaroring this August.

“But it is now evident that any F1 race in Hungary can now only be held behind closed doors.

“While this is not an ideal scenario, we do believe that staging the event behind closed doors – which our fans can still watch on television – is preferable to not having a race at all.

“Furthermore, it will also ensure that a global audience of millions can still watch the race taking place in Hungary via F1’s vast international broadcast coverage.

“As such, we are continuing our working with Formula One to try and find a way to make this possible.”

Meanwhile, former F1 world champion Nico Rosberg has generously donated a £500 supermarket delivery voucher to a fan who is struggling during the coronavirus lockdown.

Rosberg privately messages the fan, known only as Laura, who had Tweeted her difficulty in shopping due to the lockdown due to a medical condition.

She revealed Rosberg’s message saying: “I always say if you want to truly know someone, pay attention how they treat those who can do nothing for them.

“Today, I got this message, and was floored. Every time I’ve met Nico, he’s been kind. But to do this? Believe me, he’s a wonderful person. I swear I’ll pay it forward.”

Rosberg’s message said: “”Hi Laura, I hope you are doing ok in this difficult situation. I saw your tweet and I know it’s everything but easy currently, especially with groceries.

“I’d really appreciate it if I could support you with a £500 supermarket food delivery.”

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