The unpredictable pace of the top three teams at the British Grand Prix left many Formula 1 enthusiasts scratching their heads, as Lewis Hamilton emerged victorious for Mercedes. The varying performance of different cars throughout the race has raised questions about the current pecking order in Formula 1, with teams seeking to understand the complex tyre dynamics that are shaping the sport’s landscape.
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Mercedes Team Principal Toto Wolff has revealed that superior tyre degradation was the key factor in securing Lewis Hamilton’s record ninth win at the British Grand Prix, as the Formula 1 driver held off a late charge from Max Verstappen. Hamilton capitalized on an undercut with a late crossover to slicks when the track dried, overhauling McLaren’s Lando Norris to achieve the milestone victory.
Reigning Formula 1 World Champion Max Verstappen praised his Red Bull team’s strategic prowess, which allowed him to overcome a difficult start and finish second at the British Grand Prix. Despite initially struggling, Verstappen and Red Bull made the right calls on tyre changes, enabling him to pass rivals and chase down the leaders in the closing laps.
With the addition of gravel traps and narrowed kerbing at the Red Bull Ring, Max Verstappen and other Formula 1 drivers share their concerns and expectations ahead of the Austrian Grand Prix. As the sport continues to grapple with the challenge of track limits, the effectiveness of the circuit’s latest modifications will be closely monitored throughout the race weekend.
Formula 1 fans are in for a thrilling Spanish Grand Prix as pre-race showers, a potent undercut, and the soft tyre’s significant pace advantage set the stage for an intense strategy battle. Teams will be pushed to the limit as they navigate the fine line between tyre performance and degradation.
As the FIA’s tender process for the 2025-’28 Formula 1 seasons comes to a close, Pirelli’s dedication to sustainability has emerged as a key element. The Italian tyre manufacturer has been at the forefront of environmentally responsible practices, earning a three-star certification under the FIA’s Environmental Accreditation Programme. Pirelli’s sustainability journey includes initiatives such as powering factories with renewable energy, implementing eco-friendly logistics, and recycling used tyres.
Ferrari has concluded a two-day testing session at Mugello circuit, putting the 2025-specification tyres to the test. Pirelli, the official Formula 1 tyre supplier, is conducting crucial tests across multiple circuits to gather data and refine its next-generation tyres, set to debut in the upcoming season.
Ferrari’s frustrating weekend in Montreal has left Scuderia boss Frédéric Vasseur searching for answers. Despite being tipped as favorites, Charles Leclerc and Carlos Sainz failed to advance to the top-10 shootout in qualifying, setting the tone for a disastrous race day that saw the team’s hopes crumble.
A dispute has emerged between Lewis Hamilton and Pirelli’s Chief Engineer Simone Berra regarding the manufacturer’s current tyre allocation operating window. Hamilton criticized the tyres as having a ‘minuscule’ operating range, but Berra countered that the issue lies with the closer field of teams, not the tyres themselves.
In a revealing interview, seven-time Formula 1 champion Lewis Hamilton expresses his frustration with the peakiness of current F1 tyres, while Pirelli, the sport’s official tyre supplier, explains how the increased competitiveness of the field has amplified the importance of tyre performance. As the 2023 season approaches, this tyre debate is expected to continue, with teams and drivers seeking every possible advantage in the highly competitive world of Formula 1.