Max Verstappen says he doesn't need cooling vests for Singapore despite extreme heat conditions.

Max Verstappen dismissed the need for cooling vests ahead of the Singapore Grand Prix, arguing that hot conditions are part of Formula 1 that drivers should train to handle. The Red Bull driver rejected George Russell's calls for mandatory cooling equipment, saying the heat isn't like a sauna and that proper preparation matters more than technological assistance.

Verstappen explained that cables from cooling vests limit driver movement in the cockpit and questioned their effectiveness over a full race distance. He noted that cooling systems typically work for only 15-20 laps before becoming ineffective, making them more hindrance than help for Singapore's demanding 90-minute race.

The four-time champion credited improved fitness and training for his better heat tolerance compared to his 18-year-old debut. He emphasized that every sport requires pushing physical limits and that Formula 1 drivers should adapt through preparation rather than relying on equipment that may not function properly throughout an entire grand prix.