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EXPLAINED: Why did Pirelli bring its softest compounds to the Hungaroring?

F1TechnicalJuly 23, 2026

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Pirelli has nominated its three softest compounds for this weekends Hungarian Grand Prix, with the C3, C4 and C5 tyres expected to face one of their toughest examinations of the season in the intense summer heat at the Hungaroring.