In August, Pirelli sent engineers to conduct an inspection of the surface, sharing data with F1’s governing body, the FIA and teams. The manufacturer noted that, in theory, it “should offer more grip, which will impact tyre performance and their operating temperature range.”
Track evolution across the weekend is expected to be “very high” as a result and, if the sun is out, Pirelli also pointed to the darker surface potentially bringing hotter track temperatures compared to previous visits to Monza.
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“At Monza, cars usually run in the lowest aerodynamic configuration of the season to reduce drag, in order to favour top speed,” continues Pirelli’s weekend preview.
“Stability under braking and traction coming out of the two chicanes are the factors that most test the tyres and, in addition, the lateral loads in the fast corners, such as the Parabolica, now named in honour of Michele Alboreto, and the Curva Grande, should not be underestimated.
