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Sepang surface miles off Pirelli's F1 simulation times
Original: Why extremely rough Sepang was over four seconds slower than Pirelli's F1 simulations
Pirelli's simulations for the Formula 1 track at Sepang predicted lap times more than four seconds faster than what cars actually achieved, with the Malaysian circuit's extremely rough, degraded surface the key factor. The gap highlights how much the resurfaced and weathered asphalt has deteriorated, affecting grip and pace expectations for teams and tyre planning.
Why now: Sepang's unexpectedly slow, bumpy surface is a talking point ahead of or during F1-related testing and tyre development discussions
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