Nikita Mazepin has played down the impact that the new Russia-Ukraine conflict could have on Formula 1. We reported earlier that F1 authorities were “monitoring” the situation, which has only now escalated with reports of a full-scale invasion by Russian forces. “From what I understand from Formula 1, the race continues as usual and you will definitely see me there,” said the 22-year-old Russian, who drives for Haas. “I have already won races in Formula 3 and Formula 2 and I am ready to continue the same work so that one day I will try to succeed in Formula 1. I want to deliver the first victory in Formula 1 for our country.”.

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