Nikita Mazepin from Russia and Haas F1.
Haas Formula 1 driver Nikita Mazepin will miss the big season finale on Sunday after testing positive for Covid-19.
According to Formula1.com, Mazepin had an on-site test at the Yas Marina Circuit; a second test came back with another positive result.
The F1 site reported that Haas is reserve driver Pietro Fittipaldi in Abu Dhabi, but since he had not been in a session that weekend, he is not eligible to fill in under FIA rules.
This means that Haas will only have Mick Schumacher on the track for the race on Sunday.
Hello everybody! Sorry I had a positive Covid test. I feel really good, but I can’t take part in the races today. I wish all my fellow drivers a fantastic end to the season and thank everyone for their support. ????
– Nikita Mazepin (@nikita_mazepin) December 12, 2021
The Haas F1 Team said in a statement: “The FIA, Formula 1 and Haas F1 Team can confirm today that Nikita Mazepin tested positive for Covid during the on-site PCR tests for the FIA Formula 1 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix 2021 -19 has been tested according to Covid-19 protocols, he will no longer participate in this event. All contacts have been reported.
“There will be no substitute driver in accordance with Article 31.1 of the FIA Formula 1 Sport Regulations 2021, which forbids any driver who has not participated in at least one training session to start the race.
“The procedures established by the FIA and Formula One will not have a major impact on the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix.”
The team added, “Nikita is physically fine since he was asymptomatic, but he will now self-isolate and adhere to health agency guidelines with safety as a top priority for everyone involved.
“The Uralkali Haas F1 Team wishes Nikita all the best and we look forward to returning to the circuit in early 2022 for pre-season testing.”
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