2025 Emilia-Romagna GP: Pirelli Reveals Tire Choices

Emilia-Romagna Grand Prix 2025: Tire Choices Unveiled

Why it matters: Formula 1 returns to Europe for the Emilia-Romagna Grand Prix at Imola. Pirelli has selected the softest tire compounds, introducing the all-new C6.

The details:

• Pirelli has chosen the C6 (soft), C5 (medium), and C4 (hard) compounds for the race.
• Drivers will have two sets of hard tires, three sets of medium tires, and eight sets of soft tires.
• An extra set of softs is available for those who reach Q3.
• Drivers must use at least two different slick compounds during the race (if dry).
• The C6 compound will be used for the first time this season.
• Pirelli notes that the C6 could provide more grip due to Imola's less abrasive surface.

Strategic Outlook:

• Last year, a one-stop strategy was most competitive.
• The harder compounds performed well with consistent performance and limited degradation.
• The long pit lane and limited overtaking opportunities at Imola favor a one-stop strategy.
• It will be interesting to see how the softer compounds affect this year's race.

What's next: Pirelli will evaluate the C6 compound for potential use in other Grands Prix later in the season based on data collected at Imola, Monaco, and Montreal.