PIRELLI STRATEGY GUIDE: What are the tactical options for the Azerbaijan Grand Prix?

Charles Leclerc is on pole position for Sunday’s Azerbaijan Grand Prix. It’s the fourth time the Ferrari ace has claimed P1 on the grid for this race – but he’s yet to convert any of those poles into victory at the Baku City Circuit.
To break that duck this time around he’ll need quick and clean driving, a reliable car – and the right strategy. Matt Youson, with help from F1 tyre suppliers Pirelli, explores which is the fastest way to the flag in the Land of Fire…
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