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Emilia Romagna Grand Prix cancelled due to severe flooding as F1 president addresses 'tragedy' in northern Italy

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The Emilia Romagna Grand Prix in Imola has been cancelled following extensive flooding and torrential rainfall across northern Italy.

The unprecedented situation meant staff were forced to leave the track on Tuesday and the highest red-weather warning has been issued for the area.

Ad The Santerno river next to the circuit is at an exceptionally high level, and more rain fell on Tuesday night and Wednesday morning.

Formula 1Ricciardo eyes F1 seat for 2024, says he has 'unfinished business'11/05/2023 AT 09:21 F1 officials, those from the Emilia Romagna Grand Prix, and regional authorities met on Wednesday morning to discuss the best way forward.

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