Ocon ‘was throwing up for two laps’ amid extreme heat

Ocon ‘was throwing up for two laps’ amid extreme heat

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Ocon ‘was throwing up for two laps’ amid extreme heat

Qatar’s grand prix was held in extreme hot and humid conditions, leading to several drivers suffering from illness and heat exposure. Williams’ Logan Sargeant retired due to ill health, while his teammate Alex Albon needed medical attention post-race. Racing Point’s Esteban Ocon, who finished seventh, experienced vomiting and described the race as unexpectedly hard due to the intense heat inside the cockpit. Ferrari’s Charles Leclerc and Mercedes driver George Russell also struggled with dehydration and high heart rates, finding the race physically and mentally challenging. Russell mentioned seeking encouragement from his engineer to distract his mind from feeling ill.

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Source: Motorsport Week

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