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Verstappen discusses heat preparation ahead of Malaysian Grand Prix

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 1, 2026, 7:23 AM

Last updated Oct 1, 2026

Verstappen discusses heat preparation ahead of Malaysian Grand Prix

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Ahead of the Malaysian Grand Prix at Sepang, Max Verstappen revealed his unconventional preparation for extreme heat. He stated that his training involved a deep mental approach to handle oppressive conditions, expecting air temperatures above 31°C and high humidity. The FIA has declared a Heat Hazard for the race weekend. Verstappen noted the importance of adapting to heat, suggesting that drivers should become comfortable with physical discomfort. Track temperatures may exceed 50°C, with rain possible throughout the weekend.

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•Verstappen jokingly mentioned months of mental training for high temperatures
•Air temperatures expected to exceed 31°C with high humidity this weekend
•The FIA has declared a Heat Hazard for this race
•Track temperatures could exceed 50°C on Friday and Saturday
•Rain is a possibility throughout the Grand Prix weekend

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7:23 AMYahoo Sports — Verstappen reveals unusual Sepang preparation: ‘Deep mental preparation of not giving a f***’

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Max Verstappen has joked that his preparation for the oppressive heat expected at the Malaysian Grand Prix involved months of mental training to ensure he did not care about it. TheFIA declared a Heat Hazard ahead of this weekend’s race at Sepang, with air temperatures expected to exceed 31°C and humidity set to make conditions even more challenging for drivers.
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Yahoo SportsOct 1, 2026, 7:23 AM
Verstappen reveals unusual Sepang preparation: ‘Deep mental preparation of not giving a f***’
Max Verstappen has joked that his preparation for the oppressive heat expected at the Malaysian Grand Prix involved months of mental training to ensure he did not care about it. TheFIA declared a Heat Hazard ahead of this weekend’s race at Sepang, with air temperatures expected to exceed 31°C and humidity set to make conditions even more challenging for drivers.

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