DECEMBER 12, 2021

Mazepin tests covid positive

This morning Haas F1 driver Nikita Mazepin tested positive for Covid-19, and will therefore will not participate in today’s Abu Dhabi Grand Prix.

Nikita Mazepin, Abu Dhabi GP 2021ta Mazepin, Mexican GP 2021
© Haas F1 Team / LAT

This morning Haas F1 driver Nikita Mazepin tested positive for Covid-19, and will therefore will not participate in today’s Abu Dhabi Grand Prix.

The team’s statement said, "Nikita is physically well, having been asymptomatic, but he will now self-isolate and adhere to the guidelines of the relevant public health authorities, with safety the ultimate priority for all parties concerned."

"Uralkali Haas F1 Team wish Nikita well and we look forward to his return to the race track in early 2022 for pre-season testing."