Latest News About Heat Hazard Declared for Austrian Qualifying

The FIA has marked the Austrian Grand Prix as a heat‑hazard race. It declared the risk on Saturday, 27 June 2026, after track temps topped 45 °C. Qualifying proceeded at the Red Bull Ring even though the temperature was scorching. Drivers wore extra cooling gear to manage.

Max Verstappen had a close call on track but remained uninjured. The final grid puts him on pole, Ferrari’s Charles Leclerc second and Mercedes’ George Russell third. The weekend’s official results seal these positions for the 2026 race. Real‑time updates and analysis are available on the Formula 1 website and app.

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