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Why peak tyre temperature is an elusive state for F1 cars to attain

PAT SYMONDS explains why understanding tyres, and the grip they supply, still cause issues for teams 

At a macro level the change in competitiveness this season has been obvious. From early domination, Red Bull found itself regularly challenged by McLaren with Ferrari always there or thereabouts. Mercedes too built on its ever-increasing competitiveness, at times being the class of the field. 

However, taking a more microscopic view there are considerable swings from day to day and even from session to session. It appears that this is more prevalent this season than ever before – so what could be causing these apparent inconsistencies?  

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