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Jeremy Clarkson, 59, took the opportunity to explain the delay in The Grand Tour’s return to Amazon Prime after fans expressed concern about the show’s absence on Twitter. The former Top Gear host explained he and his co-hosts James May and Richard Hammond needed to take a “break” from filming the series due to concerns about the coronavirus outbreak.

Jeremy spoke out about the “tricky” situation after a fan wrote: “@JeremyClarkson I starting to think Amazon Prime isn’t worth having without The Grand Tour.”(sic) The presenter then replied more episodes are on their way: “We have one pretty much ready to go and when this virus business is settled, we will head off to do two more.” However, another Twitter user wasn’t satisfied with his response and wrote back: “Any Grand Tour plans beyond those additional 2?” “Give us a break,” Jeremy hit back in view of his seven million followers. READ MORE... Jeremy Clarkson apologises for 'nightmare' at farm shop

Jeremy Clarkson reveals he is taking a 'break' from The Grand Tour

Jeremy Clarkson admitted the coronavirus is preventing The Grand Tour from filming

READ MORE Stacey Dooley slams claims she ‘pushed’ Kevin Clifton to quit Strictly Questioning the presenters’ decision to take some time out, another fan responded: “But why to have a break. Grand tour was doing so well on prime @RichardHammond @MrJamesMay @JeremyClarkson.” Jeremy then revealed the coronavirus is making the continuation of the series difficult, as the show involves a great deal of international travel. The outspoken star sarcastically explained: “Maybe you haven’t heard. “There’s a virus you see and it’s making international travel tricky.”

Jeremy Clarkson spoke out about the future of The Grand Tour

Jeremy Clarkson said the virus is making the series 'tricky' to work on

Fans took to the comments section to share their thoughts on Jeremy’s revelation. One person jokingly wrote: “So you're not willing to die for your fans??” Another added: “Never ever stop, u are the best trio, it works so well!!”(sic) A third fan commented: “We are happy for the three of you to take the risk, will add to the peril of the episode, we can have a sweepstake, will Hammond crash or get the virus first.” DON'T MISS:

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A fourth Twitter user wrote: “Stay safe out there, Clarkson.” Jeremy’s comments about The Grand Tour come after he revealed he “hates” travelling with film crews. In his latest column for The Sunday Times, he said: “What I hate most of all, though, is travelling with film crews. Because when we are abroad, they treat food as fuel. “Which means we never walk the streets looking for the sort of restaurant that does home cooking well.

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