Share

'Have you lost my number?' Racing Point looks for replacement driver on Twitter... Chaos ensues!

accreditation
Sergio Perez (Peter Fox / Getty Images)
Sergio Perez (Peter Fox / Getty Images)
Peter Fox

• Sergio Perez tested positive for Covid-19 and will not race this weekend.

• Racing Point asked Twitter who wants to replace Perez.

• An hilarious tread of replies soon followed.

For more motoring stories, go to www.Wheels24.co.za


On the eve of the 2020 Formula 1 British Grand Prix, Racing Point driver, Sergio Perez, tested positive for the deadly coronavirus. Perez, currently sixth in this year's drivers' championship, returned an inconclusive result after his first test, and had to be retested.

The second test yielded a positive result. As such, he will not participate in this weekend's race and could miss next weekend's event, too.

Series of hilarious tweets

Though the situation is serious, Racing Point took to Twitter to rope in a reserve driver. However, the series of tweets are all in jest and should not be taken seriously. One of the funnier responses came from Jenson Button who asked the team if they lost his number!

Racing Point, in the meantime, announced that Nico Hulkenberg will fill Perez's seat.

Compiled by: Charlen Raymond
We live in a world where facts and fiction get blurred
Who we choose to trust can have a profound impact on our lives. Join thousands of devoted South Africans who look to News24 to bring them news they can trust every day. As we celebrate 25 years, become a News24 subscriber as we strive to keep you informed, inspired and empowered.
Join News24 today
heading
description
username
Show Comments ()
Editorial feedback and complaints

Contact the public editor with feedback for our journalists, complaints, queries or suggestions about articles on News24.

LEARN MORE