What tyres will the teams and drivers have for the Austrian GP?
Pirelli has confirmed the C3 (hard), C4 (medium), and C5 (soft) compounds for the Austrian Grand Prix, mirroring last year's selection amidst anticipated high temperatures. Drivers will receive two sets of hard, three medium, and eight soft tyres, with extra softs for Q3 qualifiers, alongside intermediates and full wets for wet conditions.
The Red Bull Ring's abrasive surface causes minimal wear but significant thermal degradation, especially on rear tyres, due to its layout featuring numerous hard braking and acceleration zones despite having only 10 corners. Managing overheating, particularly at the rear axle, is highlighted as a critical challenge for teams throughout the weekend.
