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Singapore GP: Preview - Pirelli
Singapore has the highest number of corners of any circuit all year (23) but is the second-slowest lap after Monaco: placing demands on tyres in terms of cornering, braking and traction. The surface is typically bumpy, also with street furniture such as painted lines and manholes. Being run at night, track temperatures don't evolve in the usual way seen at a daytime race. Ambient temperatures still remain high though, meaning drivers have to manage degradation. A long race and high safety car probability open up many different tyre strategy opportunities. Low downforce means all the mechanical grip comes from tyres: the left-rear works hardest. Pit stop time is long due to a lower speed...
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