Following discussions between the Federation of Automobile and Motorcycle Sports of People's Republic of China (CAMF) and the Shanghai Administration of Sports, the Chinese Grand Prix promoter Juss Sports Group, has officially requested that the race be postponed.

The Federation Internationale De L'Automobile, and Formula One, have jointly accepted the request from the promoter and postponed the race, which was originally scheduled for 19 April.

It was due to take place at the Shanghai International Circuit and the announcement of its postponement comes a week after the Shanghai Sports General Association instructed sporting bodies to suspend all sports events in the city until further notice.

In a statement the FIA said: "As a result of continued health concerns and with the World Health Organisation declaring the coronavirus as a global health emergency, the FIA and Formula 1 have taken these measures in order to ensure the health and safety of the travelling staff, championship participants and fans, which remains of primary concern.

"The FIA and Formula One continue to work closely with the teams, race promoter, CAMF and the local authorities to monitor the situation as it develops. 

"All parties will take the appropriate amount of time to study the viability of potential alternative dates for the Grand Prix later in the year should the situation improve.

"The Chinese Grand Prix has long been an important part of the F1 calendar with many passionate fans. 

"The FIA F1 community looks forward to racing in China as soon as possible and wishes everyone in the country the best during this difficult time."