P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Pirelli’s strategy forecast is in for the Chinese Grand Prix – with Max Verstappen and Sergio Perez possibly at a disadvantage.
According to Pirelli’s strategy forecast, Chinese Grand Prix pole-sitter Max Verstappen and his Red Bull team-mate Sergio Perez may face a disadvantage in the upcoming race. Verstappen’s sixth consecutive pole position has made him the first driver since Mika Hakkinen in 1999 to secure pole in the first five races of the season. Despite Red Bull’s milestone 100th pole, Verstappen might encounter challenges during the 56-lap race, which is expected to require a two-stop strategy starting on yellow C3 tyres. Fernando Alonso, starting third, has a strategic advantage with two new sets of medium tyres, unlike the Red Bull drivers who have only one set available. Additionally, Lewis Hamilton, starting from 18th, has the luxury of four new sets of soft tyres, providing a potential advantage during the race.
