Pirelli has increased the authorized minimum pressure of its tyres for the remainder of the Turkish Grand Prix weekend following a thorough analysis of Friday's data. Minimum pressures have been boosted by 1psi across Pirelli's range of slicks, intermediates and wet tyres, a decision implemented in accordance with F1's regulations which allow for Pirelli to modify tyre pressures after the first day of running at a track. Friday's session highlighted the massive lack of grip of Istanbul Park's recently resurfaced tarmac, which cool temperatures only accentuated. But Pirelli's analysis of Friday's data also revealed the heavy loads endured by its tyres around the challenging layout,...
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