Pirelli have confirmed details for the FP2 testing of their 2021 F1 prototype tyres at the Portuguese Grand Prix. The Friday afternoon test is the company's only chance for any track running before a possible tweak to next year's tyre specifications. The FIA have already agreed to run the current tyres unchanged for a third season in 2021 and have mandated a cut in downforce of around 10% in order to reduce loads. However, Pirelli still hope to introduce a construction update if the test at the Algarve International Circuit proves successful, with the deadline on a decision set for November 1. With no testing possible outside race weekends, the sporting regulations were modified this year...
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