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Mandatory FIA tyre rule issued for Canadian Grand Prix
The FIA have announced significant changes in tyre allocations for teams ahead of the F1 Canadian Grand Prix, including the introduction of a softer C6 compound for the 2025 season. This tyre, first used at the Emilia Romagna GP, will be featured in Montreal as the softest option, likely to be utilized by all drivers in Q3 during qualifying. Teams will have access to the C4, C5, and C6 compounds, in addition to intermediate and full wet tyres for the weekend, potentially required for race day. This allocation contrasts with the Spanish GP, which offered the C1, C2, and C3 tyres. Max Verstappen, 49 points behind championship leader Piastri, aims for a strong performance at the Canadian GP after struggling in Spain and nearing a one-race ban due to penalty points. The new tyre’s debut aims to mix up the competition, with Verstappen seeking to secure pole position and control the race against McLaren’s recent dominance. It is crucial for Verstappen to perform well in Montreal and avoid any behavior that could jeopardize his title chances following recent penalties.
