MOSCOW, Mar 17 Red Bull Mexican pilot Sergio Perez called for » Formula One to allow drivers who test positive for the coronavirus to start without serious symptoms. Earlier Thursday, Aston Martin revealed that the team's German driver Sebastian Vettel had tested positive for the coronavirus and would miss the start of the new Formula One season. one». Australian McLaren driver Daniel Ricciardo had previously contracted the coronavirus and missed his second pre-season test, but Formula 1 said on Wednesday that he would be able to compete at the Bahrain Grand Prix. test positive for COVID-19 to race if they have a mild illness. We've learned so much about the coronavirus but there's very little we can do. It's a matter of luck. I'm just really sorry for Seb and Daniel, it can happen to anyone.» Perez ESPN. In the 2021 season, Perez missed two races due to positive test results. He himself admitted that he continues to be regularly tested to stop the spread of the virus. “You must take care of the people around you and make sure not to infect anyone,” the athlete added.
