The organisers of the Bahrain GP have issued a new advisory whereby they are halting ticket sales as they aim for a safe F1 race amid COVID-19 fears.
F1 seems the only sport which is pushing on with its schedule as only Chinese GP has been postponed, while the likes of Australian GP, Bahrain GP and Vietnam GP continues on despite the growing fears and uncertainties with COVID-19.
The travel for Australia has kick-started as teams, drivers and media are set to arrive in Melbourne by early next week. And in two weeks time, the same contingent will be flying into Bahrain, which has several restrictions in place as well for travelers.
Even though the organisers are putting in place some special arrangements, the risk remains for anyone and everyone. In a bid to combat the risk, Bahrain GP organisers have sent out a new advisory as they halt the ticketing for the F1 grand prix.
They are keeping a check on the ticket sales while are working closely with all involved to have a safe grand prix. They add that there will be increased screening plus medical help around the venue and improved sanitation as well.
The statement from the Bahrain GP organisers stated:
“The Bahrain International Circuit (BIC) is committed to holding a safe and exciting Formula One Gulf Air Bahrain Grand Prix for local and international fans, and is working closely with all relevant Government departments, including the Ministry of Health and Ministry of Interior, to mitigate the spread of Coronavirus (COVID-19).
“In light of the continued global outbreak of COVID-19, the BIC has announced that it will be phasing the sales of Grand Prix tickets to ensure appropriate social distancing guidelines are met. As further facts emerge, the BIC is in close communication with both Formula One Management and the Kingdom’s health authorities to assess the developing situation and release further tickets or refund the face value of tickets depending on circumstances and updated medical advice.
“This precautionary step has been introduced along with a number of public health measures ahead of the Grand Prix to ensure the safety of all spectators, teams and circuit staff. These include screening procedures on entry, specialist medical facilities onsite, enhanced sanitation at the circuit, additional hand washing stations, information points for fans, as well as specific medical protocols to manage any suspected cases of COVID-19.”
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