Teams reportedly vote not to race in Australian GP

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The Australian Grand Prix is reportedly set to be cancelled after a majority of teams said they were uncomfortable with the event going ahead after a McLaren team member tested positive for the coronavirus.

F1 teams gathered late on Thursday at Albert Park to assess the fluid situation on the back of McLaren's decision to withdraw from the race, with discussions also including F1, the FIA, the Australian Grand Prix Corporation and representatives from the state of Victoria's Department of Health and Human services.

McLaren withdraws from the Australian GP!

A report from Motorsport.com suggests that F1 and the FIA accepted that a majority decision by team bosses would determine the outcome for the event.

An announcement by F1, the sport's governing body and the AGPC is expected early on Friday morning. Hopefully before thousands of fans flock to Albert Park!

Updates will follow...

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Phillip van Osten

Motor racing was a backdrop from the outset in Phillip van Osten's life. Born in Southern California, Phillip grew up with the sights and sounds of fast cars thanks to his father, Dick van Osten, an editor and writer for Auto Speed and Sport and Motor Trend. Phillip's passion for racing grew even more when his family moved to Europe and he became acquainted with the extraordinary world of Grand Prix racing. He was an early contributor to the monthly French F1i Magazine, often providing a historic or business perspective on Formula 1's affairs. In 2012, he co-authored along with fellow journalist Pierre Van Vliet the English-language adaptation of a limited edition book devoted to the great Belgian driver Jacky Ickx. He also authored "The American Legacy in Formula 1", a book which recounts the trials and tribulations of American drivers in Grand Prix racing. Phillip is also a commentator for Belgian broadcaster Be.TV for the US Indycar series.