Austrian Grand Prix Declared Heat-Hazard Race
Guardian Sport1 min read101 words
Teams must fit a driver cooling system for raceFirst time heat hazard has been declared this seasonFormula One’s governing body has declared a heat hazard for the Austrian Grand Prix at Spielberg’s Red Bull Ring this weekend, the first time this season that the designation has been used. The race director, Rui Marques, said the official weather service forecasts temperatures in excess of 31C during the race. Declaring a heat hazard requires teams to fit a driver cooling system, such as a liquid-cooled vest, though drivers are not obliged to use them and can take a ballast penalty instead. Continue reading...
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