Sebastian Vettel will miss this weekend's Saudi Arabia Grand Prix after another positive test for Covid-19.
The four-time world champion, who was also absent from the season-opener in Bahrain last week, will again be replaced at Aston Martin by German compatriot Nico Hulkenberg. The reserve driver was 17th last time out, although did benefit from retirements to Max Verstappen, Sergio Perez, and Pierre Gasly.
Last Thursday, Vettel tested positive just three days before the race at the Bahrain International Circuit, having already travelled to the Middle East. It had been hoped he would recover in time to compete in Jeddah, but the 34-year-old has continued to test positive.
