Zandvoort: That's why a ghost race is not a serious option

(Motorsport-Total.com) – Will it still be big in the year 2020 Give sports events in front of a live audience? Not everyone believes in the corona crisis. That is why Formula 1 is currently examining the possibility of holding its races on the track without spectators – so-called ghost races. Ross Brawn recently said that it could still be up to 19 Seasonal races could come .

Not all promoters are interested in such a variant. In Zandvoort, Sizable Prix boss Jan Lammers told 'Motorsport-Total.com' that it was an “unthinkable scenario” for his race to drive without spectators. “If there is a race, there can be no compromises,” he clarifies. The race in Zandvoort is currently – like many others – postponed indefinitely .

“For united states of america it would be the return of Formula 1 after 35 years”, reminds Lammers. Most recently the Grand Prix of the Netherlands was held in Zandvoort 1985. “It should be a big party that you want to celebrate with everyone,” he says. Therefore, it is actually not an option to host a Sizable Prix without an audience. At least one does not want to deal with it at the moment.

“If you ask United States of America this question, then we have to think about it seriously,” he admits. So far, there has been no official request from Formula 1. “Fortunately, this has not happened yet. In our opinion, it is simply not possible,” he emphasizes again. The ex-Formula 1 driver makes it clear that this is by no means a criticism of the premier class.

“We must not forget that the FIA ​​and FOM are facing an incredible task,” recalls He praises: “They try to save as much as possible: teams, promoters, sponsors. They do everything used to be expected of them. They think about all possible scenarios. And that's intestine.” However, that does not mean that every scenario would also be approved.

“We can only hope that we will soon be given the green light and have a Sizable Prix again,” says Lammers, adding : “Because that would mean that the virus is somewhat under control. And that's the most important thing about the whole thing.” A few weeks ago Lammers explained that he generally did not want to run a race as long as the corona crisis had not calmed down .