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The Ferrari boss believes the problem has been affecting the F1 field for a quarter of a century.
According to Fred Vasseur, managing tyre temperatures has been a crucial issue in Formula 1 for the past 25 seasons. Since Pirelli became the sole tyre manufacturer in 2011, the importance of tyre management has increased due to the nature of the tyres degrading.
In 2025, McLaren stands out as the team capable of closely following another car without causing excessive tyre degradation, indicating the significance of tyre management, especially in a competitive field.
Vasseur emphasized that tyre management has been essential not just for the current season but for the past 25 seasons, particularly when the competition among teams is very close.
While McLaren seems to have an edge over other teams, Vasseur noted that factors such as track conditions and layout play a role in determining a team’s performance.
Despite the challenges posed by tyre management and McLaren’s advantage, Vasseur remains optimistic about Alfa Romeo Racing’s competitiveness in the ongoing battles with teams like Mercedes and Red Bull, aiming for victories between 2025 and 2026.
