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Lewis Hamilton has appealed to Formula 1 to not become “soft” after the row about racing in extreme heat.
In the Qatar Grand Prix, drivers dealt with intense heat, with Logan Sargeant retiring due to feeling unwell, Esteban Ocon vomiting in his helmet, and Lance Stroll claiming he was on the verge of passing out. Despite not participating in the race due to an early incident with George Russell, Lewis Hamilton expressed his belief that Formula 1 should remain true to its roots. Hamilton pointed out that races like Malaysia have been even hotter, and he has experienced the physical toll it can take on a driver. He believes that being an elite athlete requires pushing oneself to the limit, and that making the races shorter or easier would diminish the extreme nature of the sport. Hamilton also emphasized the importance of maintaining the challenges and risks associated with racing, referencing the stricter penalties that were imposed in the past for going over track limits. Overall, he advocated for preserving the intensity and physical demands of Formula 1.
Source: Crash
