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The F1 drivers explain the good, the bad and the ugly of cooling vests

For the first time ever the FIA has issued teams with a ‘Heat Hazard’ warning ahead of this weekend’s Singapore Grand Prix, since temperatures are forecast to hit 31C on Saturday and Sunday.

This means all cars must carry the additional components required to operate cooling vests. For the moment, it’s up to the drivers whether they wear them or not – but if they choose not to, they will have to carry additional ballast.

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