MotoGP racers worried about the first positive covid-19 case in F1

Last week, racer Sergio Perez tested positive for covid-19. This is the first case of coronavirus in F1, which is why there was an alarm among MotoGP racers. The first positive example is a sign that even despite very strict measures to contain the coronavirus, the infection cannot be completely stopped.

Sergio Perez had to miss both F1 races in Silverstone as he had to stay in isolation. Fabio Quartararo expressed concern when he found out about the first infection in F1. “After the win, he always had fun with his friends. But now, after returning home, I have seen almost no one and the feeling is very unusual, ”said the Frenchman.

Concerns were expressed, including by Valentino Rossi. Mainly because racers cannot return to their families carefree after races. Sergio Perez went to Mexico with his family after the race, but the situation there was very bad due to covid-19, which led to an infection. Rossi is at a time when he is not with the team on the racetrack, with his girlfriend and family, and some of the guys from Rossi Academy.

Cal Crutchlow admits that losing races is a concern but caring for people is paramount. “We do not want the selfishness of the motorcycle world to make the situation in the world worse. All in all, a bigger picture needs to be imagined. No one would want to be infected by any of the racing families, ”says the LCR Honda racer.

Meanwhile, Dorna has confirmed that the first infection has already occurred in the MotoGP class paddock, but for now the continuation of the season is not endangered. Before each race, they take over 5500 tests for the covid-19, and one person, a member of the Dorne TV team, tested positive. She was immediately informed of this and transferred to self-isolation, which was also ordered by co-workers on his team.