“This is a tough decision as 2020 is the year Vietnam became one of the 22 official hosts of the F1 race,” the organisers said.

The race, initially slated for April 3-5 in Hanoi, was expected to attract some 300,000 visitors and promote Vietnam’s tourism.

An aerial view of the F1 Vietnam GP circuit in Hanoi.

The postponement was made after several discussions and thorough consideration of the Fédération Internationale de l'Automobile (FIA), Formula One World Championship Ltd (F1), the Hanoi People’s Committee, and the Vietnam Motorsports Association (VMA), with a consensus from the Vietnam Grand Prix company (VGPC).

They will continue close their collaboration and keep a close watch on the COVID-19 to decide on a new date that will be safer and more suitable for the grand prix to take place and will make an official announcement to the public.

Organizers to select 1,000 volunteers for Hanoi F1 race

The Vietnam Motorsports Association (VMA) will enlist the services of 1,000 volunteers in organizing the F1 Vietnam Grand Prix 2020.

Vietnam to host F1 race on April 5, 2020

Formula One has released its schedule for 2020, with the first ever Vietnam Grand Prix set to be the third among 22 races of the year, an unprecedented number of yearly races in the event’s history.

Australian PM visits F1 circuit project in Hanoi

Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison visited the construction site of the Vietnamese Formula 1 circuit project in Hanoi on August 23, voicing his belief that once taking place, the race will attract the world’s attention.

Tickets for F1 Vietnam Grand Prix on sale from July 17

Tickets for the debutant Formula 1 - Vietnam Grand Prix 2020 will officially be opened for sale in Vietnam with a starting price of VND700,000 (US$30.5), announced the racing organisers - Vietnam Grand Prix Corporation (VGPC).

Work begins on F1 race track in Hanoi

 

Source: VNA