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GPDA angered by FIA’s poor communication about Pirelli tire issues in Qatar
The Grand Prix Drivers’ Association (GPDA) expressed anger over the FIA’s handling of the tire issues at the Qatar Grand Prix. The drivers were not informed before the FIA publicly announced changes to the track layout and additional familiarization sessions. Carlos Sainz criticized the FIA for persisting with curbs that are damaging Pirelli tires, despite having time to address the issue in the past two years. The lack of communication from the FIA to the drivers was deemed unacceptable by the GPDA. Max Verstappen acknowledged the importance of prioritizing safety but raised concerns about the speed at which the FIA and circuits can react to certain issues. Oscar Piastri commented on the need for Pirelli and the FIA to make sensible decisions regarding tire safety for the race.
Source: Racer
