The Formula 1TM DHL Turkish Grand Prix 2020, which will be held at Intercity Istanbul Park on the 13th-14th-15th of November, will take place without spectators.
The Formula 1TM DHL Turkish Grand Prix 2020, which has returned to Turkey after a 9 year hiatus thanks to great efforts on part of Intercity, will take place on the 13th, 14th, and 15th of November. The event, which is the world’s largest motor sporting event, will take place without spectators. The event has drawn attention from around the world and Turkey from the day it was announced. Following the recommendations of the Istanbul Provincial Pandemic Board, the Istanbul Governorship Provincial Hygiene Board has made the decision to proceed with the event without spectators.
Intercity Chairman Vural Ak made the following comments on the matter;
“As we have previously stated on numerous occasions, the health and wellbeing of all those involved is our top priority. Since day one we have been prepared to carry on with the event given a variety of scenarios.
As Intercity Istanbul Park we made great efforts, both financially and physically, to bring Formula 1TM back to our country. Upon being entrusted to bring Formula 1TM back to our country under the auspices of the Presidency of the Republic of Turkey, we are proud to say that we are able to do so at such troubling times without any financial burden to our country. We’ve not only brought Formula 1TM back to our country but have also offered our public the most affordable Formula 1TM tickets in the world. I would especially like to emphasize that while we continue our preparations to host our participants, 85 million will welcome Intercity Istanbul Park into their hearts. With the support of our nation will host the Formula 1TM DHL Turkish Grand Prix 2020 in a way that suits our country. With any concessions, we will make it our mission to promote our country in the best way possible through this event which will be watched by 2 billion people across the globe. I am certain that even without spectators, we will host a spectacular event this year, and will welcome the race back to Turkey next year with full spectator participation. I would like to thank all motor sports lovers for their interest and support. All fans who purchased tickets will be refunded in full as soon as possible through Biletix.”