P1racenews AI automatic summary:
The weather forecast earlier this week indicated rain would strike Zandvoort over the race weekend. Those predictions have already come true in a big way.
The Dutch Grand Prix weekend is being impacted by severe weather conditions, specifically by a significant thunderstorm that hit the Zandvoort circuit on Friday afternoon, resulting in extensive flooding throughout the venue, including large pools of water in the paddock and a completely flooded access tunnel.
The intensity of the thunderstorm made the tunnel impassable on foot, leading organisers to use golf karts for transportation. Although the rain subsided after about 15 minutes, light rain persisted with a dry spell expected later in the day.
The immediate effects of the heavy downpour have raised concerns about the weekend’s outlook. While some rain can add excitement to the race, excessive amounts may disrupt the event’s schedule, similar to what occurred at the 2021 Belgian Grand Prix.
Images of the flooded tunnel at Circuit Zandvoort showcase the aftermath of the thunderstorm, prompting speculation about how weather conditions will impact the remaining days of the Grand Prix weekend.
