Red Bull’s Max Verstappen and Aston Martin driver Lance Stroll both suffered high-speed crashes along Baku’s main straight when their tyres suddenly failed during the race. A Pirelli investigation concluded that the blow-outs were “related to the running conditions of the tyre” and were not induced by debris, despite both Red Bull and Aston Martin insisting they had adhered to the parameters set out by F1’s official tyre supplier. Speaking ahead of the French Grand Prix at Paul Ricard on Thursday, Isola revealed teams had indeed reduced their tyre pressures but stressed they were still in compliance with the regulations and the starting minimum tyre pressures. Asked if Pirelli...
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