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Analysis: The role of Pirelli testing in Ferrari's resurgence
Did taking part in Pirelli's test programme last year help Ferrari have an advantage over its rivals when it comes to managing this year's tyres? Adam Cooper seeks answers. Back in 2016, Ferrari, Mercedes and Red Bull took part in a special "mule car" test programme to help Pirelli with the development of its prototype wider tyres. They happened to be the three top teams of the current era, so with or without the rule changes it was inevitable that they would also remain the dominant forces in 2017. But did that test programme give Ferrari a crucial boost that has allowed the Italian team to take on Mercedes head-to-head this season – and helped Sebastian Vettel to hold the...
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