"Unveiling Shanghai's Controversial F1 Track Surface and the Impact on Racing"
The Shanghai F1 track's unusual appearance, resembling a painted surface, has raised concerns among drivers and teams about its impact on grip and tyre performance. The track has actually undergone a bitumen surface treatment, which could lead to varied levels of grip and potential challenges for teams during the limited practice time before sprint qualifying. While the treatment may not cause chaos like in Turkey 2020, it could influence tyre behavior, with teams uncertain about potential graining or degradation issues throughout the weekend.
