Strategic Gambles in the Mud: Imola Tyre Strategy Analysis

The 2021 Emilia Romagna Grand Prix at Imola was a strategic masterclass in managing wet-to-dry transitions, tire crossover windows, and a mid-race red flag restart. Starting under heavy rain and concluding on a dry track, teams navigated the delicate grip levels of wet compounds before transitioning to slicks, with the final sprint dividing the field between durable Mediums and aggressive Softs.