In Formula 1, why don't they just say which tire compound is being used, instead of naming them soft, medium, or hard? - Quora
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Pirelli tyres used by the Alpine F1 Team. Austrian Grand Prix, Friday 2nd July 2021. Spielberg, Austria Stock Photo - Alamy
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