Why F1 calendar changes make the upcoming double-header tougher for drivers
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One of the most physically demanding Grands Prix is on the horizon: the Singapore Grand Prix. Alex Albon has explained how the challenge of Singapore has been made even tougher in the 2024 Formula 1 season by linking it with the Azerbaijan Grand Prix in a doubleheader.
The race in Baku has moved. It used to be held in April or June, but it has switched to the second half of the season. The Japanese Grand Prix moved in the opposite direction as Formula 1 looks to improve its journey around the world. However, this has meant the Singapore challenge gets tougher.
Why Baku makes Singapore a tougher challenge
The Singapore circuit features many corners, which is very demanding for the driver. The heat and humidity (despite being at night) make it even more of a challenge. It's also one of the longest races on the calendar, nearly always lasting at least 1 hour 45 minutes. Albon believes the challenge will be tougher this year due to the travel distance between Baku and Singapore.
"I've started my heat chamber sessions last week [before Monza] to get ready for Singapore. It's always one of the ones where in January, February, when we're training, we're pretty much training for these two or three races in the calendar that really take it out of you. What will be tough is the fact we're also moving quite a bit in terms of distances. Baku to Singapore, which is going to be quite challenging as well just for the body and mind to rest and everything like that," Albon told GPblog and others.
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