Pirellis might not solve Schumacher's problems - Brawn
Ross Brawn has warned that the new Pirelli tyres will not be the answer to all of Michael Schumacher's problems in 2011.
Schumacher made a stuttering return to Formula One in 2011 and struggled to come to terms with the relative lack of front-end grip from the Bridgestone tyres compared to when he last raced in 2006. Last year Brawn explained the problem: "Michael's deficit was generally in slow-speed technique, not high speed, where bravery and car control are the factors."
Brawn is confident Schumacher is learning after an "encouraging" finish to the 2010 season, but admitted the Pirelli tyres could not be seen as a magic bullet for the seven-time world champion.
"It's a little premature to say that," Brawn told La Gazzetta dello Sport. "During the tests in Abu Dhabi we didn't see any big differences in performance compared with Bridgestone. But it is clear that in changing the supplier, the car will have to be different and there may be a lot of changes during the winter tests."
When asked what he got Schumacher for his 42nd birthday earlier this week, Brawn said: "I didn't have to think about a present because I already know what he wants - a competitive car."
He added: "I am sure he will have a better time this season."
Credit: ESPN F1 (espn.com)
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