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Drivers blast Pirelli for joke tyre pressures

Romain Grosjean, Felipe Massa and Felipe Nasr have expressed their frustration at being forced to run 'joke' tyre pressures following free practice for the Belgian Grand Prix as temperatures soared at Spa-Francorchamps. On a day that saw track temperatures exceed 40 degrees – considerably higher than usually seen at the Belgian venue -, drivers complained of a lack of rear grip compounded by lofty pressures. RESULTS: Belgian Grand Prix – Free practice results (2) Having complained to Pirelli about tyres pressures this year already, Romain Grosjean led the calls for them to be reduced again, saying his tyres are 'giving up' on his Haas mid-corner. “I have to do a job and push as hard...
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