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Bridgestone noticing different patterns

Formula 1's sole tyre manufacturer, Bridgestone, has been interested by the varied changes witnessed so far in Melbourne. The two compounds of tyre on offer at events this year are now non-consecutive sets, resulting in a far greater differential between the harder and softer tyres, both of which every driver must run during the race.

"We have seen many different tyre wear characteristics, even from the same cars" explained Bridgestone's Hirohide Hamashima, Director of Motorsport Tyre Development. "This highlights the many different setups being tried. The performance life of the super soft was improved today, although it was mainly used with low fuel so we would expect better performances in any case - the medium continues to look like a strong race tyre."

Both compounds must be used at least once by all drivers during the race, which will surely result in an incredible differential in lap times as the Grand Prix progresses. Anybody seen starting the race with the super soft tyres (identified with a green stripe) is likely to be on a short first stint, as these tyres handle better with less fuel onboard.

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