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Pirelli explains free tyre choice system

Formula 1 tyre supplier Pirelli has released more details about how its new free choice system will work next year, following its approval by the FIA on Wednesday. F1 teams are to given greater choice of tyre compounds next year, with them able to pick 10 of the 13 sets available for the race weekend from a selection of three types picked by Pirelli. Interestingly, teams will be able to vary the selection between its drivers too. Here is how the selection and weekend rules will work. Pre-race tyre nominations and preparations In consultation with the FIA, Pirelli will decide in advance which three compounds can be used at each race, and communicate this information to the teams. The total...
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