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Mercedes trackside engineering director Andrew Shovlin has detailed the factors that led to Lewis Hamilton and George Russell complaining about the heat levels inside their W15s.
Mercedes trackside engineering director Andrew Shovlin explained that the extreme temperatures inside the cockpits of the W15s at Monza were mainly caused by the hot weather, heat generated by the power unit, electronic boxes, and friction between the planks and the road. The ambient temperature of 34 degrees Celsius further exacerbated the situation, making it difficult for drivers to cool down as the heat continued to build up. Despite the challenging conditions, both Lewis Hamilton and George Russell showed strong pace during one-lap runs, with Russell starting third on the grid. Shovlin acknowledged the tough circumstances the drivers were facing, mentioning that they are trained to handle such extreme environments. The team is currently exploring ways to improve cockpit conditions, and F1 is also working on implementing measures to help keep drivers cooler during exceptionally hot races.
