Formula 1 arrives in the Sunshine State for a race unlikely to the follow the two-stop, high-degradation pattern established in the last three events. It’s hot, it’s slippery, and the walls are waiting for the unwary – but it’s also tough to overtake and the tyres can go forever.
It all screams ‘one-stop’ – but does a different strategic picture imply a change in the pecking order, and what impact will be had by the knowledge gained in yesterday’s Sprint? With the help of Pirelli, it's time to take a look at the tactical options for the teams and drivers on race day in Miami...
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