Hamilton to miss Sakhir Grand Prix after testing positive for COVID-19

Mercedes will be without

Lewis Hamilton

for this coming weekend's Sakhir Grand Prix in Bahrain after the seven-time world champion tested positive for COVID-19.

In accordance with COVID-19 protocols and public health authority guidelines in Bahrain, he is now isolating. All contacts have been declared.

The Briton is the third F1 driver to test positive for COVID-19 this season, following Sergio Perez at Silverstone and Lance Stroll in Germany.

Mercedes are expected to name Hamilton's replacement.

Hamilton needs a negative test before being allowed to return to the paddock, and therefore remains a doubt for the final race of the season in Abu Dhabi on December 13.

The 35-year-old had extended his record for most Formula One race winsto 95 after clinching victory last weekend at the Bahrain Grand Prix.

(With input from F1 official website)