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Danilo Petrucci says his tyre choice in UK WorldSBK Race 1 made it a “race of strategy”.
In UK WorldSBK Race 1, Danilo Petrucci faced a “race of strategy” due to choosing a harder tyre than most of the field, resulting in a challenging battle against riders on softer compounds.
Petrucci and Nicolo Bulega were the only front runners opting for the SC0 rear tyre, while the rest, including winner Toprak Razgatlioglu, chose the SCX, leading to differing levels of traction and performance.
Despite initial doubts about tire choice, Petrucci managed to maintain a strong pace and secure valuable points, navigating through challenging conditions on the track.
During the race, Petrucci highlighted the difficulty of handling the bike due to lack of grip, especially in acceleration and braking, making it precarious for riders to avoid crashes.
The weight-based gear choice also played a crucial role, with Petrucci adjusting to using second gear in certain corners to manage the bike efficiently, considering his weight and the track conditions.
