Alex Albon expressed the difficulty of understanding the C6 tires after qualifying seventh for the Emilia Romagna Grand Prix. F1 teams invest heavily in research to reduce unpredictability, as predictability can hinder exciting races. Pirelli introduced the C6 as an even softer compound choice at the beginning of the season, aiming to enhance strategic options and variety in races.
Initially planned for Monaco, the C6 was debuted at Imola to test its impact on racing dynamics. The goal is to create a balance where teams have strategic choices and offsets in tire selection. However, there is a fine line between achieving the desired effects and making the softest tire mostly suitable for qualifying sessions.
Drivers and teams found the C6 too sensitive in high-speed corners at Imola, leading some to consider using the medium compound instead. The challenge lies in finding the right balance between tire softness for optimal race performance. Additionally, the introduction of softer compounds aims to create more degradation during races for enhanced competition.
