Its Michelin's fault entirely. The oval track was resurfaced over the past year. In April there was an aborted Firestone (owned by Bridgestone) tire test. Aborted as the track was much to abrasive as well as other issues related to the repaving. The entire track was diamond ground to give it a perfectly level surface. I would assume the Bridgestone was tipped off my Firestone, hence their tires were OK.
BTW - I was there, stayed through to the end. A sad day for motorsports. Also sad to see so called fans throwing beer bottles and cans onto the track. Very low class.
The reprecussions of this will last for years. Peter Windsor insinuated it was as much political as anything. A result of the break away series. The only team to support F1 as is, is Ferrari. Ironcially, the other teams are all controlled by the engine manufacturers supporting the breakaway series are all on Michelins.
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