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FIA to protect drivers from future ‘extreme heat’ after Qatar Grand Prix

FIA to protect drivers from future ‘extreme heat’ after Qatar Grand Prix
October 11, 2023

The International Automobile Federation (FIA) - Formula One's governing body – has advised it will take action to protect drivers from the sort of extreme heat and humidity they suffered during Sunday's Qatar Grand Prix.

The track temperature during the night race at the Lusail circuit, where Red Bull's Max Verstappen claimed a third world title, never dropped below 36 degrees Celsius, while daytime temperatures exceeded 40 degrees.

Some of those racing in the heat ended up on the verge of collapse, vomiting and severely dehydrated at the completion of the race while Williams' rookie Logan Sargeant felt too ill to continue.

FIA released a statement noting it had "begun an analysis into the situation in Qatar to provide recommendations for future situations of extreme weather conditions.

"Measures may include guidance for competitors, research into modifications for more efficient airflow in the cockpit, and recommendations for changes to the calendar to align with acceptable climatic conditions, amongst others.

"Research from other series, such as cross-country events in extreme climates, will be examined for potential applications to circuit events."

The FIA said measures would be discussed at a meeting of its medical commission in Paris.

The FIA noted that next year's race in Qatar will be held in December, when temperatures should be lower, but said it preferred "to take material action now to avoid a repeat of this scenario.”

FIA also highlighted that while the drivers are athletes “they should not be expected to compete under conditions that could jeopardise their health or safety.”

The Formula One calendar, which now has four races in the Middle East, is put together by the commercial rights holder and then approved by the FIA.

The Middle Eastern rounds are usually scheduled at the beginning and end of the calendar to avoid the hottest months. Next year's calendar is scheduled to have a record 24 rounds.

Image. Credit: F1 

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