Pirelli Makes Striking Decision in Tire Choice for First Three GPs

Not only do the Formula 1 teams seem to be increasingly ready for the new season, Pirelli are also making a good impression. The Italian tyre supplier announced the chosen tyres for the first three Grands Prix on Monday afternoon, with a surprise on display.

Pirelli again has five types of tyres at its disposal this season. Where the C1 is again the hardest tyre to choose from, the C5 is the softest compound. For the Grands Prix in Bahrain, Saudi Arabia and Australia the teams already know what they will race with. …