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Michelin confirms interest in F1 return
Michelin says it is prepared to launch a tender to become Formula 1's tyre supplier from 2017, but will only do so if its change in philosophy is implemented. The French firm previously supplied tyres in F1 between 2001 and 2006 alongside Bridgestone, but withdrew from the sport in disagreement at the decision to switch to a single control supply. However, with the tyre tender up for grabs again from 2017, Michelin is signaling a desire to return to the sport, albeit under certain conditions that would ultimately prioritise durability over the current format of degradation. Indeed, having previously opted against applying for the previous tender given the brief supplied by the FIA to offer...
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