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Three teams to test Pirelli's 18' tyres this year

In the wake of the news that F2 will run 18' tyres in 2020, a year before they are introduced to F1, Pirelli has revealed that three teams will begin testing prototype tyres later this year. While all the teams were offered the opportunity to be involved, albeit with a modified 2018 car, Red Bull and Ferrari declined. While the Austrian team cited the switch to a new engine supplier, its Italian rival claims not to have the time or resources. 'Obviously we have been offered,' admitted Mattia Binotto. 'It has been our own choice not to participate. 'Being short on time and the resources for the programme we decided simply not to take part in this test in '19,' he continued, 'but we are...
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