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P1racenews AI automatic summary:
"Punchy" Pirelli F1 tyre choice could produce two-stop Australian GP
“Pirelli decided to introduce softer tyre compounds for the race in Melbourne this year, aiming to offer more strategic options for the teams. Drivers, including Russell and Ocon, have noted challenges with graining and the performance of the C5 compound. This change is expected to make the race more unpredictable and strategy-dependent compared to previous years. Pirelli’s chief engineer emphasized the goal of shaking up the traditional one-stop strategy and encouraging more diverse tyre strategies. Teams are adjusting their approach based on the new tyre selection to optimize performance and manage graining during the race.”
