Austria is the primary race this yr to be declared a warmth hazard, amid a heatwave throughout Europe that’s establishing file temperatures in lots of nations, together with the UK.
The rule was first launched final yr, when the Singapore and US Grands Prix ran beneath the designation.
Some drivers favor to not use the cooling equipment due to discomfort, and since there have been points with the coolant working out earlier than a grand prix is completed, through which case the liquid finally ends up at automotive temperature, which is significantly greater than ambient.
Temperatures within the cockpit of an F1 automotive might be greater than 40C, and drivers are carrying a number of layers of fireproof clothes along with a balaclava and helmet, so overheating is a critical concern.
