In F1 drivers have to brave the weather with the cars being completely open. The cold is easier to deal with; with the drivers covered head to toe in their racing suits. However, when it comes to heat, it is a whole other affair. The drivers have to deal with not only the sun but also scalding engine temperatures, which is no easy task. The 2022 French GP is predicted to be a steaming affair, with nothing but sun in the forecast for the 3 days. However, nothing will top the 2005 Bahrain GP; the hottest race in F1 history. Temperatures hit a melting 108F, under the scorching desert sun. The drivers were melting inside their cockpits, and even the machinery couldn’t keep up. The race saw a total of 8 retirements, nearly half the grid, most of them through engine failure. In the end, Fernando Alonso [https://www.essentiallysports.com/tag/fernando-alonso/] came home to win the Bahrain GP under the blazing sun, marking the 100th F1 victory for Renault engines. Loss: “Should Have Won the 8th Title…” [https://www.essentiallysports.com/f1-news-mercedes-boss-shoulders-major-responsibility-over-lewis-hamilton-f1-loss-should-have-won-the-8th-title/] It also predicted the French GP this weekend to be the hottest race so far this season. The heatwaves in Europe are the main reason behind the searing temperatures. WEATHER FORECAST AHEAD OF THE 2022 FRENCH GP The 2022 French GP is set to kick off this weekend with on-track rivalries set to make it a blistering affair. However, it is not only the racing that is going to increase the temperature out on track. Fernando Alonso at the French GP [https://image-cdn.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/2021-06-18T132432Z_2014600006_UP1EH6I118U57_RTRMADP_3_MOTOR-F1-FRANCE.jpg]Formula One F1 – French Grand Prix – Circuit Paul Ricard, Le Castellet, France – June 18, 2021 Alpine’s Fernando Alonso during practice REUTERS/Eric Gaillard The forecast [https://www.racefans.net/2022/07/21/french-gp-will-be-one-of-2022s-hottest-races-so-far-as-heatwave-starts-to-ease/] suggests clear skies and plenty of sun for the entire weekend. The opening day is set to be the coolest with temperatures topping at 89.6F. Qualifying is set to be warmer with temperatures up to 93.2F. The race is set to be the hottest, with drivers having to face 95F heat on Sunday. Watch This Story: From Ferrari’s Incredible Pace to Mercedes Struggle: Best Moments From the 2022 Bahrain Qualifying [https://www.essentiallysports.com/stories/f1-news-from-sensational-haas-comeback-to-lewis-hamiltons-struggles-best-moments-from-bahrain-gp-qualifying/] Track temperatures topped out a 118F last year and are expected to hit the early 130s this year. This year’s French GP is setting up to be a sweltering affair figuratively as well as literally! 

Take a look at the hottest race in F1 history with temperatures upwards of 42C,
ahead of a potential record breaking French GP.

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[caption id="attachment_504029" align="aligncenter" width="1920"]<img class="size-full wp-image-504029" src="https://image-cdn.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/20210105154928/2020-12-06T190249Z_1622099943_UP1EGC61GWPJR_RTRMADP_3_MOTOR-F1-SAKHIR.jpg" alt="The incredible podium at Sakhir consisted of Perez. Ocon and Stroll" width="1920" height="1202" /> Formula One F1 - Sakhir Grand Prix - Bahrain International Circuit, Sakhir, Bahrain - Racing Point's Sergio Perez celebrates on the podium after winning the race with second placed Renault's Esteban Ocon and third placed Lance Stroll Pool via REUTERS/Hamad I Mohammed[/caption]
<h2>Bahrain Grand Prix 2021 Winners, Qualifying, Circuits, Track</h2>
The Bahrain Grand Prix has become synonymous with F1 fans over the years as one of the opening rounds of the Championship season. Starting off as a day race back in 2004, the Sakhir International Circuit embraced nightfall in its 10th Anniversary race and has remained a night race ever since.

F1 raced on the Bahrain track's "outer layout", consisting of a fairly simple layout and long straights. Many fans and drivers dubbed the outer track an "oval", given the nature of its configuration. With minimal corners, there was plenty of overtaking opportunities in round 2 of the Bahrain race.

Michael Schumacher won the inaugural Bahrain Grand Prix in 2004, accompanied by Rubens Barrichello and Jenson Button on the podium.

In 2011, F1 canceled the Bahrain event amidst the Bahraini uprising. Despite much opposition, F1 decided to hold a race at the Sakhir International Circuit the following year.

Ever since first experimenting with a night race in Bahrain in 2014, F1 has made the change stick for subsequent events. Bahrain arguably provides the best F1 spectacle amidst the desert under the lights.

Due to the coronavirus pandemic, Bahrain replaced the Australian GP as the season opener for the 2021 season. Lewis Hamilton won the first race of the 2021 season ahead of Max Verstappen and Valtteri Bottas.
<h2>Past Winners</h2>
<table>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td width="148"><strong>Name</strong></td>
<td width="148"><strong>Wins</strong></td>
<td width="148"><strong>Year</strong></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="148">Sebastian Vettel</td>
<td width="148">4</td>
<td width="148">2012,2013,2017,2018</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="148">Fernando Alonso</td>
<td width="148">3</td>
<td width="148">2005, 2006, 2010</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="148">Lewis Hamilton</td>
<td width="148">3</td>
<td width="148">2014,2015,2019</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="148">Felipe Massa</td>
<td width="148">2</td>
<td width="148">2007, 2008</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h2>Past Constructors' Winners</h2>
<table>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td width="221"><strong>Manufacturer</strong></td>
<td width="221"><strong>Year</strong></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="221">Ferrari</td>
<td width="221">2004, 2007, 2008, 2010, 2017, 2018</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="221">Mercedes</td>
<td width="221">2014, 2015, 2016, 2019</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="221">Renault</td>
<td width="221">2005, 2006,</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="221">Red Bull</td>
<td width="221">2012, 2013</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h2>Track Details</h2>
The Sakhir International Circuit features a 5.412km long track designed by legendary F1 architect Hermann Tilke. The outer circuit, commonly referred to as 'The Oval,' features a 3.543km track minus the tricky braking zones and twisty bits of the conventional circuit.

One unique albeit frustrating aspect of the track are the sprawling run off areas, which ensures drivers aren't punished, should they make mistakes.

Unlike most F1 circuits, the Sakhir track features 3 DRS zones, which promote countless overtaking opportunities across the lap.
<h2>Where to watch</h2>
Those in Africa can tune in to SuperSport, Australians can watch the race on Fox Sports Channels or One.

Viewers from India and Asia can watch the race on Star Sports and Fox Sports Channels respectively.

Americans can enjoy the F1 spectacle on ESPN, while Brits can tune into C4 or Sky Sports.

Bahrain Grand Prix

Formula One F1 &#8211; Sakhir Grand Prix &#8211; Bahrain International Circuit, Sakhir, Bahrain &#8211; Racing Point&#8217;s Sergio Perez celebrates on the podium after winning the race with second placed Renault&#8217;s Esteban Ocon and third placed Lance Stroll Pool via REUTERS/Hamad I Mohammed Bahrain Grand Prix 2021 Winners, Qualifying, Circuits, Track The Bahrain Grand Prix has become synonymous with F1 fans over the years as one of the opening rounds of the Championship season. Starting off as a day race back in 2004, the Sakhir International Circuit embraced nightfall in its 10th Anniversary race and has remained a night race ever since. F1 raced on the Bahrain track&#8217;s &#8220;outer layout&#8221;, consisting of a fairly simple layout and long straights. Many fans and drivers dubbed the outer track an &#8220;oval&#8221;, given the nature of its configuration. With minimal corners, there was plenty of overtaking opportunities in round 2 of the Bahrain race. Michael Schumacher won the inaugural Bahrain Grand Prix in 2004, accompanied by Rubens Barrichello and Jenson Button on the podium. In 2011, F1 canceled the Bahrain event amidst the Bahraini uprising. Despite much opposition, F1 decided to hold a race at the Sakhir International Circuit the following year. Ever since first experimenting with a night race in Bahrain in 2014, F1 has made the change stick for subsequent events. Bahrain arguably provides the best F1 spectacle amidst the desert under the lights. Due to the coronavirus pandemic, Bahrain replaced the Australian GP as the season opener for the 2021 season. Lewis Hamilton won the first race of the 2021 season ahead of Max Verstappen and Valtteri Bottas. Past Winners  Name Wins Year  Sebastian Vettel 4 2012,2013,2017,2018  Fernando Alonso 3 2005, 2006, 2010  Lewis Hamilton 3 2014,2015,2019  Felipe Massa 2 2007, 2008  Past Constructors&#8217; Winners  Manufacturer Year  Ferrari 2004, 2007, 2008, 2010, 2017, 2018  Mercedes 2014, 2015, 2016, 2019  Renault 2005, 2006,  Red Bull 2012, 2013  Track Details The Sakhir International Circuit features a 5.412km long track designed by legendary F1 architect Hermann Tilke. The outer circuit, commonly referred to as &#8216;The Oval,&#8217; features a 3.543km track minus the tricky braking zones and twisty bits of the conventional circuit. One unique albeit frustrating aspect of the track are the sprawling run off areas, which ensures drivers aren&#8217;t punished, should they make mistakes. Unlike most F1 circuits, the Sakhir track features 3 DRS zones, which promote countless overtaking opportunities across the lap. Where to watch Those in Africa can tune in to SuperSport, Australians can watch the race on Fox Sports Channels or One. Viewers from India and Asia can watch the race on Star Sports and Fox Sports Channels respectively. Americans can enjoy the F1 spectacle on ESPN, while Brits can tune into C4 or Sky Sports.

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