Seven-time world champion Hamilton was forced to miss last weekend’s Sakhir Grand Prix after testing positive for COVID-19, paving the way for Williams driver George Russell to replace him for the weekend.

Hamilton has been in self-isolation in Bahrain since his positive test, with the 10-day period ending on Thursday.

The Briton said earlier this week that he was back in training and “feeling great” after previously struggling with symptoms.

The FIA’s press conference scheduled for this weekend’s season finale in Abu Dhabi lists Russell as appearing for Mercedes on Thursday, with his Williams replacement Jack Aitken also due to return.

But Mercedes has made clear it is not an indication that Russell will definitely race this weekend, with the priority going to Hamilton should he be

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