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Perez could make Silverstone return if he tests negative for COVID-19

Sergio Perez could return for Racing Point in the 70th Anniversary Grand Prix at Silverstone if he tests negative for COVID-19.

By Peter Thompson
Sergio - cropped

London, Aug 6: Sergio Perez is to discover on Thursday whether he will return at the 70th Anniversary Grand Prix after completing a period of quarantine following his positive test for coronavirus.

The Racing Point driver missed the British Grand Prix last weekend after contracting COVID-19.

Public Health England advised that the Mexican would only have to isolate for a week, so the 30-year-old could race at Silverstone this weekend if he returns a negative test.

A Racing Point statement on Thursday said: "Public Health England have confirmed that Sergio Perez's period of quarantine has been completed.

‍"In line with the FIA Code Of Conduct, Sergio requires a verified negative test result for COVID-19 before he can enter the paddock. The testing process is taking place today.

‍"The team expects to make a decision on who is driving alongside Lance [Stroll] later today or first thing tomorrow morning."

Nico Hulkenberg was drafted in as a late replacement for Perez at Silverstone last week but did even make it on to the grid.

A clutch bolt issue with his car prevented Hulkenberg from making his Formula One comeback and Perez will be hoping he does not get another opportunity at the same track.

Story first published: Thursday, August 6, 2020, 21:12 [IST]
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