A decision on whether the Austrian Grand Prix will become Formula 1's season-opener will be made by the end of May, GPFans has learned. Race organisers have informed the Austrian government they need an answer within that timeframe as to whether the July 5 event is given the green light in order to finalise detailed preparations. Article continues under video Red Bull team principal Christian Horner remarked last month the Red Bull Ring was "all set up and ready to go. It is just a case of flicking a switch", while advisor Helmut Marko said three weeks was required for the circuit to be race-ready. However, a source has confirmed to GPFans such comments are not the case given the...
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