Renault boss Cyril Abiteboul believes the Monaco Grand Prix exposed his Formula 1 team’s weakness with understanding how best to manage Pirelli’s 2018 tyres.  The French manufacturer recorded a double points finish in Monte Carlo to move six points clear of midfield rivals McLaren in the battle for fourth place in the constructos’ standings, though both drivers struggled with tyre issues, particularly Carlos Sainz in the closing stages of the race. While Abiteboul was pleased to see his side meet the team’s aim of getting both cars inside the top 10, he insists Renault must work to find solutions around how to better manage Pirelli’s 2018 compounds, having faced a drop-off in...
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