The slick tyre gamble that hurt McLaren and Ferrari

When the Bahrain Grand Prix resumed after a 1 hour 33 minute delay, intermediates proved the superior tyre choice for the opening laps. Ferrari and McLaren, however, had committed to dry compounds, with Ferrari opting for soft tyres. capturengo.com

This strategic decision put both teams at a disadvantage as conditions favored intermediates, potentially impacting their race performance and championship standings.