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Hamilton Continues Pirelli Wet-Tyre Test With Ferrari at Fiorano

Pirelli uses artificial rain at Ferrari’s test track to gather data that will shape future wet compounds.

Overview

  • Lewis Hamilton returned to Ferrari’s Fiorano circuit to complete a two-day Pirelli programme focused on wet-weather tyres.
  • Hamilton logged 142 laps for 423 kilometres on the opening day and set a best time of 1:01.031, according to Pirelli.
  • The runs covered full-wet tyres before moving to intermediate variants as Fiorano’s irrigation system kept the surface consistently wet in warm conditions.
  • Ferrari ran its current SF-26, giving Pirelli controlled data on how the supplier’s latest wet designs behave through long stints and changing water levels.
  • Further Pirelli tyre testing with Mercedes and McLaren is scheduled at the Nürburgring on April 14–15, and Crash reports Ferrari plans a Monza filming day to validate power unit work and parts aimed at Miami.