George Russell has led the reaction from Formula 1 drivers to the news that the race in Imola has been cancelled due devastating weather conditions . Fears that the race could be under threat were raised on Tuesday, as flooding hit the circuit and affected infrastructure in the Imola region . F1 personnel were told to stay away from the circuit today, with the decision to cancel the race coming hours later. Drivers have offered their support to the region, as focus has been shifted on the rescue effort due to the adverse weather conditions. It is the first ever F1 World Championship Grand Prix to be cancelled for weather reasons, with others being called off as a result of the Le Mans disaster in 1955, driver boycotts, political unrest and COVID.
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Sorry for the fans that this weekend’s race has been cancelled but the safety of everyone involved always has to come first. Wishing all the best to everyone in the Emilia-Romagna region and surrounding areas that have been affected by these floods. — George Russell (@GeorgeRussell63) May 17, 2023
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Thoughts are with the people in the Emilia-Romagna region, hoping everyone stays safe! https://t.co/9PqrmrZO9l — Alex Albon (@alex_albon) May 17, 2023
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My thoughts are with those affected by the floods in the Emilia-Romagna region. Sorry to all the fans that we won’t be able to compete, I look forward to my first race at Imola in the future. Stay safe! https://t.co/jMVOUsZJ0r — Oscar Piastri (@OscarPiastri) May 17, 2023
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I love racing, but the safety of everyone else is more important. Sorry to all the fans, we’ll be back Imola, stay safe 🇮🇹❤️ — Lando Norris (@LandoNorris) May 17, 2023
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pic.twitter.com/lxq6kWM79s — Esteban Ocon (@OconEsteban) May 17, 2023
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After a horrible night the town is heavily impacted: dust, mud, and the smell of gasoline everywhere. Currently people are struggling to find food and especially places to stay,after many have been evacuated from their own homes. Please, anything you can do to help is appreciated pic.twitter.com/NQw72LeCLy — 角田裕毅/Yuki Tsunoda (@yukitsunoda07) May 17, 2023
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