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Nico Rosberg has been ordered to carry out F1 punditry duties remotely
The 36-year-old works for Sky, but cannot attend races under new rules
He isn't vaccinated against Covid, which is a must for all Formula One personnel
A spokesperson said he does not currently 'need' any vaccinations

Published: 08:48 EDT, 10 June 2022 | Updated: 10:39 EDT, 10 June 2022

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Former world champion Nico Rosberg has been banned from the Formula One paddock after failing to get the Covid-19 vaccine.

Rosberg, who beat Lewis Hamilton to the 2016 title before retiring just five days later, now works as a pundit for Sky Sports.

But the 36-year-old is having to conduct his role remotely following the sport's new-for-2022 Covid requirements.

Nico Rosberg has been working as a pundit for Sky Sports since retiring from Formula One

Rosberg lives in Monaco and conducted his Sky requirements on the harborside - just meters from the entrance to the paddock - at last weekend's race in the principality.

All travelling Formula One personnel - including drivers, team members, caterers and media - must be fully-vaccinated to access the paddock.

A spokesperson for the former Mercedes driver told the PA news agency: 'Nico Rosberg recovered from a coronavirus infection and currently holds a recovery certificate.

Rosberg (right) is no longer allowed to attend races in person and must work remotely

Rosberg partnered seven-time champion Lewis Hamilton at Mercedes before joining Sky

Roseberg won the 2016 Formula One world championship, before retiring just five days later

'He has his antibody levels tested regularly and, on the recommendation of his doctor, does not currently need any vaccinations.

'In addition, he continues to comply with all necessary hygiene and precautionary measures. He continues to fulfil his duties as a commentator for Sky.'

Rosberg appeared as a Sky Sports pundit remotely for the Emilia Romagna Grand Prix in Imola in April.

The next round of the 2022 season takes place this weekend in Baku, Azerbaijan.