F1 introduces emergency safety measures for Qatar GP amid tyre failure concerns

Analysis of Pirelli rubber after the opening day of action at the Losail circuit has revealed that there was evidence of a sidewall separation between the topping compound and the carcass cords.A statement issued by the FIA suggested that this problem could lead to air loss if the tyres were used too much.Initial indications pointed to the problem having been triggered by a new design of kerbs …Keep reading