Recurring Fires Disrupt Chinese Grand Prix at Shanghai Circuit
The FIA investigates multiple fires during the Formula 1 sessions in Shanghai, with initial theories pointing to sparks from cars as a potential cause.
- Fires broke out during both the free practice session and the Sprint Qualifying at the Shanghai International Circuit, leading to red flags and safety concerns.
- Initial investigations suggest that sparks from the new ground-effect cars, which run lower and produce more sparks, may have ignited the grass.
- Additional factors such as methane gas seepage or chemical treatments on the grass are being considered by the FIA as they continue to investigate.
- No injuries were reported, but the incidents have raised significant safety concerns during the Grand Prix weekend.
- The return of the Formula 1 to Shanghai after a five-year hiatus has been marred by these safety issues.
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