F1: Perez tests negative for COVID-19, will race in Spain

IMAGE: Sergio Perez had missed the last two races after contracting the virus. Photograph: Mark Thompson/Getty Images

Racing Point's Sergio Perez will race in Spain this weekend after his latest COVID-19 test was negative, the Formula One team said on Thursday.

The Mexican has missed the last two grands prix after contracting the virus.

"Checo (Perez) tested negative for COVID-19 and the FIA have confirmed he can enter the paddock today and compete this weekend," the team said at the Circuit de Catalunya.

Source: REUTERS
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