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Resurfacing leads to modified tyres at three races

Following a request from Pirelli, the FIA has agreed to the Italian manufacturer modifying its tyres for three forthcoming events where the track has been resurfaced. In the wake of information that came to light during pre-season testing - which incorrectly led to claims that Mercedes had made the request rather than Pirelli - whereby some teams experienced overheating issues, the tread on the tyres to be used in the Spanish, French and British Grands Prix will be 0.4mm thinner than is the norm. At the same time the tyres will be lighter (1kg per set) which will be taken into account in terms of ballast. 'We made a request to the FIA to have a slightly different tread thickness for three...
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