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Boullier frustrated by tyre modifications

Lotus team boss Eric Boullier has expressed dissatisfaction at Pirelli's decision to modify its slick tyre compounds from the Canadian Grand Prix onwards, with the Italian manufacturer responding to criticism from various teams and drivers. During the outlining of its plans earlier in the week, Pirelli vowed to reduce the number of pit-stops per driver with the overhaul of its tyres, something Boullier believes is extremely unfair given the fact that all 12 outfits have to cope with the same situation. Eric Boullier"There aren’t many sports where there are such fundamental changes to an essential ingredient part-way through a season," Boullier said of the debate. "Just...
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