Races in Singapore, Azerbaijan and Japan will not take place this year, Formula One has confirmed as it continues to target a calendar of between 15 and 18 events.
The Singapore and Azerbaijan Grands Prix were both in doubt due to the long lead time needed to prepare the street races and the ongoing uncertainty over travel restrictions linked to the coronavirus pandemic. Along with the Japanese Grand Prix in Suzuka, they have been cancelled for this season as Formula One narrows down its options for further races beyond the eight European rounds it has already confirmed.
"As a result of the ongoing challenges presented by COVID-19, we and our promoters in Azerbaijan, Singapore and Japan have taken the decision to cancel their races for the 2020 season," a statement said.