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Charles Leclerc sets F1 Spanish Grand Prix ablaze with risky two-stop tire strategy

Harry Stone by Harry Stone
June 1, 2025
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Charles Leclerc sets F1 Spanish Grand Prix ablaze with risky two-stop tire strategy

Formula One F1 - Spanish Grand Prix - Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya, Barcelona, Spain - May 31, 2025 Ferrari's Charles Leclerc during qualifying REUTERS/Albert Gea

Formula 1 Teams on Edge as Spanish Grand Prix Poses Unprecedented Challenge

The anticipation is building as the Spanish Grand Prix promises to deliver a thrilling two-stop strategy for most teams in the F1 circus. At the iconic Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya, where tradition dictates a one-stop race, the upcoming event is shrouded in uncertainty and risk.

Teams are gearing up to tackle the unique challenges posed by the hard compound tire, which has raised concerns about its performance during the race. With the majority opting for a cautious two-stop approach utilizing one set of medium Pirellis and two sets of the red-walled soft compounds, the tension is palpable in the paddock.

Notable exceptions like Charles Leclerc and the Haas duo of Ollie Bearman and Esteban Ocon, equipped with two sets of medium tires and no hard compound, could potentially gain a strategic advantage. Their tire selection might prove pivotal, especially if tire degradation escalates unexpectedly, forcing rivals to resort to the less favored hard compound.

Speaking after qualifying, Pirelli’s head of motorsport, Mario Isola, shed light on the predicament facing teams in Barcelona. The performance gap between the hard and medium compounds, estimated at 0.9 to one second per lap, has led to the majority of teams opting for only one set of hard tires as a contingency plan.

While Isola acknowledged the feasibility of a one-stop strategy, he emphasized its drawbacks, citing a potential time loss of over 15 seconds compared to a two-stop approach. The added complexity of managing tire wear over the demanding 66-lap race further discourages teams from considering the one-stop option.

As teams strategize on tire selection and pit stop timings, Isola outlined potential stints for the race. Emphasizing the likelihood of a two-stop race for all, he suggested sequences like soft-medium-soft or soft-medium-medium for certain drivers, including Leclerc and the Haas drivers. The choice of starting on the soft tire is seen as crucial for maintaining track position and maximizing performance in the early stages of the race.

With the Spanish Grand Prix poised to test teams’ strategic acumen and drivers’ skill in tire management, the stage is set for a high-stakes battle on the track. As the countdown to race day begins, all eyes are on how teams will navigate the treacherous terrain of tire strategy to clinch victory in this adrenaline-fueled spectacle.

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