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Former F1 driver Giancarlo Fisichella has described just how difficult the Singapore Grand Prix will be for the 20 drivers, who will embark on a gruelling 62-lap race over almost two hours.
Former Formula 1 driver Giancarlo Fisichella explained the extreme demands of the Singapore Grand Prix for F1 drivers, stating that they are “nearly dead” by the end of the almost two-hour race. The Marina Bay Street Circuit hosts the annual race this weekend, where drivers face intense heat and humidity despite racing at night. George Russell expressed that he would not have raced in Singapore if he had been ill during the Azerbaijan Grand Prix two weeks later. Fisichella, a three-time grand prix winner, highlighted the physical and mental challenges of racing in Singapore, emphasizing the importance of staying hydrated and in good condition. He described Singapore and Malaysia as the toughest physically and mentally, due to the oppressive heat and almost two-hour race duration. It is crucial for all drivers to be in top physical shape to endure the demanding conditions of the Singapore Grand Prix.
