Refrigerator in the desert: the F1 technology that protects the stars in the World Cup
FIFA uses F1 cooling vests to combat the heat of the World Cup. Also discover LiveMode, the platform that is shaking up sports streaming in Portugal.
With the World Cup approaching, FIFA is implementing cooling technology inspired by Formula 1 to ensure player safety in extreme conditions. Cooling vests, used by F1 drivers, are being tested in national team training, keeping athletes' body temperatures at safe levels during games in the desert. These vests, which utilize an advanced cooling system, aim to mitigate the effects of the intense heat that players will face during the tournament.
