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Pirelli is to ramp up monitoring of tyres at Formula 1’s Qatar Grand Prix after discovering deep gravel cuts in rubber after Friday running
Pirelli is increasing its tyre monitoring at the Formula 1 Qatar Grand Prix due to deep gravel cuts found in the rubber after Friday running. The tyre supplier noticed several cuts in inspected sets after the first day at Lusail. The potential risk of punctures has put Pirelli on alert for the sprint and Sunday’s race. Loose gravel on the track and kerbs from cars running wide appears to be causing the cuts. The sharp new gravel beds at Turns 6, 10, 14, and 16 are adding to the tyre challenge at Lusail. Pirelli and the FIA are closely monitoring the situation to prevent any tyre issues during the events. The maximum tyre usage limit and concerns over gravel damage are posing additional challenges for teams at the Grand Prix.
