In recent weeks, Mercedes had all kinds of tire problems during the two Grand Prix weekends at Silverstone. Especially last race weekend, the heat in Great Britain played a major role in this. If Mercedes does not want to have similar problems, they will have to come up with solutions this weekend, because it will be very hot again.
That heat already starts on Friday, when the drivers enter the Barcelona-Catalunya circuit for two free practice sessions. Already at the opening of the race weekend it is sweltering and sweltering in Spain. The temperatures are reaching thirty degrees, with maximums of around 32 degrees Celsius. There is hardly any wind.
On Saturday, the Spanish weather gods will take it a step further and the temperatures during the third free practice and qualifying can even be higher than 32 degrees Celsius. This time there is a small breath of wind, of force three.
On Sunday it is less warm than on Friday and Saturday, but with maximums of around 31 degrees Celsius it is still very hot. The Spanish asphalt will also be very hot, which will pose a major challenge for the tires. The sun is shining during the Grand Prix of Spain, with a minimal chance of a rain shower.
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