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Formula One will test a cooling system for cockpits after fears drivers are being exposed to extreme temperatures, according to a report by the website motorsport.com. A combination of hot weather and the helmets and fire resistant clothing drivers must wear for two hours on race day can make an F1 car very uncomfortable. At the Qatar Grand Prix last year, drivers suffered in temperatures of over 30 degrees Celsius and with humidity of over 70%. Several drivers were taken to the medical centre for examination after the race. Logan Sargeant of Williams even had to retire due to the heat while F…

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