World in focus - best photos for May 16, 2020

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Formula Middle East Calendar (Formula Regional and Formula 4)

Round 1: January 17-19, Yas Marina Circuit – Abu Dhabi

Round 2: January 22-23, Yas Marina Circuit – Abu Dhabi

Round 3: February 7-9, Dubai Autodrome – Dubai

Round 4: February 14-16, Yas Marina Circuit – Abu Dhabi

Round 5: February 25-27, Jeddah Corniche Circuit – Saudi Arabia

World in focus - best photos for May 16, 2020

Take a look at some of the best images from around the world in the past 24 hours

Analysis

Formula Middle East Calendar (Formula Regional and Formula 4)