SILVERSTONE, U.K. -- For the first time in a long time, teams face a genuine dilemma between a one-stop strategy and a two-stop at the British Grand Prix.
The new track surface at Silverstone has resulted in excessive wear on the tyres and, based on Friday's long-run data, Pirelli says a two-stop strategy will be necessary. However, those starting on the mediums clearly have a one-stop in mind and with more rubber going down on the track since Friday, it should help those looking to extend the life of their tyres.
That's great news for the battle at the front, as Mercedes and Red Bull start on the mediums looking to one-stop and the Ferraris start on the softs with a likely two-stop in mind.