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Some former Formula 1 drivers didn’t hesitate to scorn the current crop’s handling of extreme conditions – but the likes of George Russell and Alex Albon are having none of it
Former Formula 1 drivers criticized the current drivers’ handling of extreme conditions during the Qatar Grand Prix, but drivers like George Russell and Alex Albon defended themselves. The drivers experienced severe physical symptoms like nausea, dizziness, and dehydration during the race. They called for action, and the FIA responded by promising a full analysis and recommendations for future extreme weather situations. However, some ex-drivers, including Martin Brundle and Gerhard Berger, disagreed with the idea of preventing such challenges in the future. Russell argued that the current F1 cars are faster and generate higher cockpit temperatures compared to previous decades, making it more difficult for drivers to cope with extreme conditions.
Source: The Race
