F1 Drivers Express Concerns Over Rainy Miami Grand Prix Conditions
Formula 1 drivers voice concerns about the rainy Miami race, focusing on the electric power unit output, tire heating challenges, and track drainage. FIA confirms it has a contingency plan for heavy rain.
| Drivers Express Concerns Over Rainy Miami Grand Prix
Concerns cover various factors: Carlos Sainz calls for reducing the electric power unit output during wet races; 🟠 Kimi Antonelli highlighted the difficulty of heating tires in rainy conditions on current cars; ♦ Max Verstappen questioned the effectiveness of Miami's track drainage system, recalling significant standing water during last year's sprint race.
Weather forecasts were a central topic during media day. There was also speculation about a possible race cancellation, but FIA representatives stated that since last year they have had a contingency plan in place for heavy rain.
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