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Formula E Drivers Sweat It Out in Sanya Heatwave
18 Jun
Summary
- Drivers expressed shock at the intense summer heat in Sanya, with temperatures above 30°C.
- Track temperatures are expected to be even higher, posing a significant challenge.
- The Sanya E-Prix weekend begins Friday, June 19, with the race on Saturday.

Formula E drivers have encountered a significant challenge with unexpected intense summer heat upon arriving in Sanya, China, for the Sanya E-Prix. Temperatures have soared above 30°C, leading several drivers, including Jake Dennis and Felipe Drugovich, to express their surprise and concern on social media platforms.
Drivers shared glimpses of the sweltering conditions, with track temperatures expected to be even higher than the ambient air temperature. This presents a formidable test for the competitors during Round 11 of the Formula E season.
The Sanya E-Prix weekend is set to begin on Friday, June 19, with practice sessions. The qualifying rounds are scheduled for Saturday morning, followed by the main race in the afternoon. AccuWeather forecasts predict temperatures around 32°C, with a RealFeel temperature reaching approximately 41°C.