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The Qatar Grand Prix saw a strange mandatory stint length imposed on each tyre compound.
Ferrari Team Principal Frederic Vasseur has praised Pirelli for their prompt intervention during the Qatar Grand Prix weekend. Pirelli identified tyre damage after Friday’s practice sessions and implemented precautionary measures, resulting in a maximum stint length of 18 laps for each set of tyres. This meant drivers had to make a minimum of three pit stops during the race for safety reasons. Vasseur commended Pirelli for prioritizing driver safety, even though it affected race strategy. However, he also expressed frustration and called for discussions on how such a situation occurred at a track that Formula 1 had already visited in 2021.
Source: RacingNews 365
