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Brazilian GP promoter says cancellation notice 'doesn't stand up'

The promoter for the Brazilian Grand Prix is unhappy with Formula 1's decision to scrap this year's Interlagos round and "cannot accept" the reason behind the call. A permanent fixture on Grand Prix racing's calendar, the Sao Paulo race was scheduled for November 15 as part of the sport's three-race visit to the American and South American continents. However, a letter sent this week by The Formula One Group to promoter Tamas Rohonyi cited Brazil's ramping COVID-19 numbers as the reason behind its decision to steer clear of Brazil - and of Austin and Mexico City, with five teams expressing their concerns about travelling to the South American country later this year. Epstein:...
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