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Verstappen's Controversial Take on Pirelli Tyres After Baku Qualifying

Max Verstappen achieved pole position for the Azerbaijan Grand Prix, clocking in a time of 1m41.117s with soft tyres, despite preferring the medium compound. The Red Bull driver expressed his dissatisfaction with the C6 tyre choice for the weekend.

Our Take:

Verstappen's comments highlight a deeper issue within the sport regarding tyre performance and strategy. If teams like Red Bull find themselves forced to use compounds that do not align with their race strategies, it raises questions about the impact of tyre selection on competitive balance. Pirelli may need to revisit how they cater to team preferences if they want to avoid potential fallout from unhappy drivers.

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Source: https://www.autosport.com

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