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McLaren is currently in France completing a two-day test with Pirelli, marking the first tyre programme of the year.
The first Pirelli tyre test of 2025 at Paul Ricard faced challenges due to freezing track temperatures. McLaren and Oscar Piastri were involved in the two-day test aiming to develop wet and intermediate tyres for the 2026 F1 season. Despite the morning setback, Piastri managed to complete 120 laps on Wednesday afternoon. Today, Lando Norris is continuing the tyre testing in wet conditions with the help of artificial wetting methods. Pirelli is using modified 18-inch tyres for the testing, adapting to the upcoming changes in F1’s power unit regulations.
