Italian Grand Prix at Monza declared heat-hazard race by FIA
The FIA has declared the Italian Grand Prix at Monza a 'heat-hazard' race due to forecasted temperatures exceeding 31C. Drivers are permitted to use specialized cooling kits to manage the extreme cockpit heat, with non-users required to carry additional ballast.
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This highlights the intersection of climate-related safety concerns and competitive sports regulations in high-performance racing.
Image source, PA Media Image caption, Ferrari's Charles Leclerc has twice won the Italian Grand Prix, in 2019 and 2024
F1 Correspondent at Monza Published 3 September 2026, 10:41 BST The Italian Grand Prix has been declared a heat-hazard race as high temperatures continue in the country following the summer heatwave.
A heat hazard is an official designation for an event where it is forecasted that temperatures will be more than 31C at some point during the race on Sunday.
The ambient temperatures around Monza, north-east of Milan, are expected to be in the mid-30C region all weekend.
They peaked at 36C on Wednesday afternoon near Milan's Linate airport.
The ruling means drivers can use a system that flows cooled liquid, such as glycol, through a system of pipes in a fireproof top worn under their overalls.
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