A "huge disappointment for all of the drivers" as Australian Grand Prix cancelled

Australian Daniel Ricciardo has been quick to react to the cancellation of his home Grand Prix for the second time in two years.

Daniel Ricciardo has been denied a home race for the second year running. (Motorsport Images)

"It's a huge disappointment for all of the drivers that we won't be coming down to Australia in November, but we understand the reasons,” said Ricciardo

"For me personally, I can't wait to have the chance to race at home again, and it'll be even sweeter when we do because it's been so long."

It will be a sweet return indeed for the McLaren driver, whose race was ruined on Lap 1 in 2019 after he lost his front wing at the start.

"Fingers crossed things can change for 2022 and we get to see the awesome fans at Albert Park again and put on a good show for them."

Jack Miller has spoken of his disappointment about the cancellation of the Australian Motorcycle Grand Prix at Phillip Island. (Gold & Goose/Red Bull Content Pool)

The disappointment was shared with those on two wheels, with the Phillip Island MotoGP round also cancelled due to the ongoing challenge of the COVID-19 pandemic.

"All us riders are really disappointed that we won't be able to race at Phillip Island again this year – it's a really tough thing for everyone, but we understand the situation and it's the correct decision,” said Jack Miller.

"Everyone in the paddock loves to come to Australia and I always feel proud of my home country when we get to host MotoGP, because everyone loves that track and that event so much."

"So, fingers crossed things can change for 2022 and we can ride at one of the best tracks in the world and in front of the awesome fans there."