It was a Grand Prix in which the post-GP caused more talk than race in itself. Yet another success for three-time world champion Max arrived in Qatar Verstappen before two o'clock McLaren di Piastres e Norris. What caused a sensation, however, was what happened at the end of the very long 57 laps completed. The pilots, or at least most of them, were authors of scenes to which we he hopes he will never have to attend again: who was checked at the medical center, who how Sergeant he had to abandon beforehand the race and who how Piastri collapsed to the ground on the rear podium. Impressive images, which give a very clear idea of the environmental situations on the Losail track. For these reasons, the FIA certainly could not stand by and announced it through an official press release a strong stance following what happened during the Qatar GP.
The FIA intervenes in the Qatar case: "We will take action"
The Federation has sent a very clear message: Scenes like this can't happen again. Precisely for this reason, measures will be taken immediately: “The FIA – states the press release – he notes with concern The extreme temperature and humidity during the 2023 Qatar Grand Prix had an impact on the wellbeing of the drivers. Being elite athletes, they cannot be expected to compete under conditions that they could jeopardize their health or safety. The safety of the cars is the responsibility of the competitors, while other elements relating to safety such as that of the circuit infrastructure and safety requirements, the FIA will adopt all necessary measures and communicate the acceptable parameters with which the races can be held".
The FIA statement: "Next year we will go to Qatar on December 1st"
What we saw in Qatar was undoubtedly too much, even if – at least on paper – for next year things should change"For these reasons, the FIA has started an analysis regarding the situation seen in Qatar in order to provide recommendations for future extreme weather conditions. It is fair to note that the upcoming edition of the Qatar GP next year is scheduled for December 1st, when temperatures should be lower, but, despite this, the FIA prefers to take concrete measures to avoid a repetition of this scenario".
“We will establish new measures soon”
"A series of measures – concludes the FIA press release – will be discussed at the next meeting of the medical commission in Paris. The measures could include guidelines for competitors, as well as research on modifications for greater and more effective air flow in the passenger compartment and recommendations to adjust the schedule to align with acceptable environmental conditions. The FIA's aim will be to have closer collaboration between the technical, safety and medical departments".
