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Formula One Tyres Guide – F1 Tyres Explained

Pirelli are the current suppliers of Formula One tyres as they have been since 2011
There are seven tyre compounds for the 2021 Formula One season
Read below for more on F1 tyres and the rules

Tyres have always been important when looking at odds on Formula One. An incorrect tyre choice can cost a driver a race win, whether misjudging the changing conditions or suffering from a lack of grip.

Formula 1 betting tips are a complex discussion, and tyres are a key part of that. Not only changing conditions can impact the tyres, but tweaks to a car’s setup can alter the level of degradation.

Tyre suppliers are often under the microscope when something goes wrong, and some would argue the tyre compounds have had too great an impact over the last few years.

Getting to grips with the F1 tyre rules and various compounds isn’t easy.

If you’re considering betting online on the upcoming Grand Prix or just wanting to understand more about the sport, we’ve got you covered with all the information about Formula One tyres.

Who Are The F1 Tyre Suppliers?

Pirelli are the Formula One tyre suppliers for the 2021 season. They have been the lone suppliers since 2011, when they took over from Bridgestone after the Japanese company had a four-year stint.

In early 2021, Pirelli signed a new deal with the FIA. Having previously been contracted to supply Formula One until 2023, a delay in new regulations saw an extra year tagged onto the agreement. The Italian firm will be working with Formula One until at least 2024.

FIA President Jean Todt was full of praise upon the announcement. He said, "I want to thank F1 and Pirelli for their collaboration, flexibility and commitment to our sport during this most difficult period."

There have been nine different tyre suppliers in the history of the Formula One World Championship. Goodyear, who were active from 1964 through to 1998, have the most wins with 368.

Pirelli also has a rich history, though, having featured in the first nine seasons.

What Tires Do Formula 1 Teams Use?

F1 teams have seven different tyre compounds to choose from in the 2021 season. Each race weekend has three dry compounds. These are a selection of the C1, C2, C3, C4 and C5. The C5 is the most durable, and the C1 is the least.

It will be announced in advance which compounds will be at the race, and teams will make a selection based on their car and their potential strategies for the weekend.

The slick options will be made up of three consecutive compounds. So it can be C1, C2 and C3 or C2, C3 and C4, but it isn’t C1, C3 and C5 for a weekend.

The softest slick for a weekend will be marked by a red stripe, while the medium compound is yellow and the hard compound is white.

On top of the dry tyre options, Formula One teams will have intermediate and wet tyre options available at every race.

The green-striped intermediate is intended for light standing water, while the blue-stripe wet tyre is intended for heavy standing water. It takes pretty torrential conditions for the wet tyre.

All five dry compounds are available for teams at testing. This is the only time teams will have access to C1, C2, C3, C4 and C5 at once.

Formula One Tyre Rules

F1 tyre rules have changed a lot over the years. Over the period of Lewis Hamilton amassing the most Grand Prix wins, there have been changes in tyre supplier, qualifying tyre rules and the impact of tyres on the race.

Having to use two different compounds in a dry race is one of the most important F1 tyre rules in 2021.

On top of this, Drivers who complete a lap in Q3 must use the tyres which set their fastest Q2 lap to start the race. Anyone who doesn’t make it into Q3 can use whichever compound they like for the race start.

There are rules in place across the weekend in general, too. Teams can only bring 13 sets of slicks, four intermediates and three wets to a Grand Prix. They can select the balance of slick allocation, but there are further regulations on when they can be used.

Just three sets of slicks can be used in the practice sessions. Certain sets of tyres must be returned at points during the weekend, meaning teams cannot stockpile their allocation for qualifying.

Teams must also equip the blue-striped wet tyre whenever a race starts behind a safety car because of heavy rain.

When it comes to preparing the tyres, teams must only apply heating to the outside of the tyres. There are set temperatures for each compound, too.

How Much Is A Formula One Tyre?

Each set of tyres costs a team around $2,000 (roughly £1,500). Fans looking to get hold of a Formula One wheel or tyre, perhaps from one of their favourite British F1 drivers, have their work cut out.

Pirelli take back all of the allocated tyres at the end of a weekend. The majority of reports claim these tyres are then used as fuel.

Running an F1 team is an incredibly expensive venture. The introduction of a cost cap is aiming to level the playing field, but the spend on tyres is indicative of the wild expense involved with the sport.

Constructors’ champions Mercedes reportedly spent about £200 million on each car for the shortened 2020 season.

While Formula One tyres might sound extremely expensive given that they use so many sets across a race weekend, it’s just a drop in the ocean compared to the expenditure on development, driver salaries and everything else associated with running a Formula One team.

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September 6, 2021

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England Football Managers: History & Statistics

England have had 15 permanent managers since the Second World War
Alf Ramsey is the only England manager to win a major trophy
Walter Winterbottom is England’s longest serving manager, having been in charge for 139 fixtures and four World Cups

Every few months, English football fans take a break from Premier League Odds odds to focus on the national team. Millions of fans turn their eyes to the Three Lions with high expectations.

Being the England football manager is one the most high-pressure jobs in the world.

Forget competing in the Premier League winner odds; nothing in a title race can compare to the hopes of a nation on your shoulders, to so many people critiquing every squad selection, every XI and every substitution.

Here’s the 15 men who have managed England on a permanent basis since the Second World War.

Walter Winterbottom – 1946 to 1962

In charge for a record 139 matches, Walter Winterbottom led England into four World Cups. Reaching the quarter-final in 1954 and 1962, Winterbottom also won seven British Home Championship titles.

He ultimately left the job to become General Secretary at Central Council of Physical Recreation.

Alf Ramsey – 1963 to 1974

The most successful football manager in the history of the Three Lions, Alf Ramsey masterminded England’s 1966 triumph.

England won 61.1% of their fixtures during Ramsey’s tenure. Only two managers have recorded a better mark.

While his personality and tactics were not universally loved, that afternoon at Wembley immortalised him in English football.

Don Revie – 1974 to 1977

A popular and exciting appointment, who brought new ideas to the post, Don Revie’s England tenure did not live up to the optimism.

Failure to qualify for Euro 1976 was a bad start. It only got worse – Revie controversially resigned to accept the lucrative job in charge of the United Arab Emirates.

Such was the damage to his reputation, he never managed in England again.

Ron Greenwood – 1977 to 1982

Brought out of retirement as caretaker when Revie departed, Ron Greenwood eventually took the job permanently.

He could not revive their qualification campaign for the 1978 World Cup, but he guided England into the next two major tournaments.

England fell at the group stage of the 1980 Euros and second group phase of the following World Cup.

Bobby Robson – 1982 to 1990

It’s hard to be universally loved as England manager. The late, great Bobby Robson was pretty close.

Failure to qualify for the 1984 European Championships wasn’t an ideal start, but Robson oversaw a rebuild of the England team. Veterans were coming to the end of their careers, while exciting young talents developed.

The ‘Hand Of God’ denied England in the last eight of the 1986 World Cup. The Euros two years later was a real disappointment as England were eliminated after a winless group stage.

Robson then gave the Three Lions their best tournament since 1966, which came to an end with a devastating penalty shootout loss to West Germany in the semi-final.

Graham Taylor – 1990 to 1993

After the highs of 1990, Graham Taylor endured a brutal spell as England manager.

Knocked out of Euro 1992 in the group stage with just one goal scored, it only got worse from there. England then failed to qualify for the 1994 World Cup after away defeats to Norway and the Netherlands.

Terry Venables – 1994 to 1996

It was a widespread search for the new England manager. The FA eventually settled on Terry Venables.

Automatically qualifying for the home tournament in 1996, Venables brought in young players like Gary Neville and Steve McManaman.

England enjoyed a thrilling run to the semi-finals, including magic from Paul Gascoigne and a 4-1 thrashing of the Netherlands.

It was penalty heart break again in the last four, though, and Venables left after the tournament having been unable to agree a new contract.

Glenn Hoddle – 1996 to 1999

Once again knocked out of the World Cup on penalties, Glenn Hoddle’s time as England manager was a mixed bag.

He introduced players who had lengthy England careers, but he was also unpopular for leaving out fan favourites like Paul Gascoigne.

Kevin Keegan – 1999 to 2000

Another appointment which was popular with fans and the press, Kevin Keegan’s England tenure was a mess.

Scraping into Euro 2000, the Three Lions were well below par, falling in the group stage after defeats to Portugal and Romania. Keegan abruptly handed in his resignation after a qualifying loss to Germany.

Sven-Goran Eriksson – 2001 to 2006

The FA moved quickly to contact Sven-Goran Eriksson. Becoming the first foreign manager, Eriksson’s appointment was controversial.

While he took England to three consecutive quarter-finals, Eriksson’s stint is always considered a disappointment. The Swede could never bring the best out of the Golden Generation.

On the other hand, the 5-1 win against Germany in Munich remains one of England’s best nights since 1966.

Steve McLaren – 2006 to 2007

Cruelly labelled "The Wally with the Brolly" after failing to qualify for Euro 2008, Steve McLaren made some big calls as England manager.

Most of them didn’t work out. The qualification loss to Croatia is arguably the Three Lions’ lowest point of the 21st century.

Fabio Capello – 2008 to 2012

Fabio Capello’s lone tournament in charge was the 2010 World Cup. England scraped through on the back of some disappointing group stage performances, and lost 4-1 to Germany in the round of 16.

The Italian resigned just months before Euro 2012 after disagreeing with the FA about the decision to strip John Terry of the captaincy.

Roy Hodgson – 2012 to 2016

The decision to hire Roy Hodgson wasn’t a popular one. Many fans and media wanted Harry Redknapp.

Ever the professional, though, Hodgson led England to the last eight of Euro 2012.

Drawn in a challenging group for the World Cup two years later, they were unable to make it to the knockout rounds, but Hodgson kept his job for the next tournament.

A shock defeat to Iceland at Euro 2016 led to Hodgson’s inevitable resignation.

He might not have enjoyed positive results in tournament football, but Hodgson set the foundation for Gareth Southgate’s tenure.

Raheem Sterling, Luke Shaw, John Stones, Harry Kane, Jamie Vardy, Dele Alli, Eric Dier and Marcus Rashford were all handed their first England caps by Hodgson.

Sam Allardyce – 2016

Only featuring as England manager in football bets for a short period, Sam Allardyce’s term was cut short by scandal.

There’s one upside for Big Sam, though. He’s the only England manager (including caretakers) to own a 100% record.

Gareth Southgate – 2016 to Present

After suffering relegation with Middlesbrough, there was little interest in the managerial career of Gareth Southgate.

A promising stint with the England under-21s and the sacking of Allardyce changed everything for Southgate, who has become England’s second-most successful manager ever.

Sales of waistcoats and searches of Gareth Southgate net worth soared as England made the last four of the 2018 World Cup.

Southgate took England a step further at Euro 2020, with the Three Lions losing on penalties in the final.

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Next Arsenal Manager Odds: Arteta On Brink Of Sack?

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta is under severe pressure
There’s been plenty of speculation about who the next Arsenal manager could be
The Gunners have been through a difficult few years, finishing outside the top four in each of the last five seasons

The approach to Arsenal when betting on football has altered drastically over the last decade or so.

While they were often a figure of mockery during the trophy drought under Arsene Wenger, the Gunners always remained competitive, stubbornly clinging onto a top four spot.

That has changed under Unai Emery and Mikel Arteta. Arsenal have spent five consecutive seasons outside the top four.

From a perennial favourite to qualify for the Champions League, Premier League odds now make Arsenal no more than a longshot.

Speculation about the next Arsenal manager has been rife for a long time. Towards the end of Wenger’s tenure, it was a popular topic, and Emery was never really secure. After a solid start, Arteta is now in the firing line.

Current Arsenal Manager:

Mikel Arteta made 150 appearances for Arsenal across five seasons.

Hiring inexperienced former players has been a common trend across European football in recent years, and the Gunners jumped on the bandwagon when they appointed Arteta on 21st December 2019.

Arteta had no managerial experience before taking over at the Emirates. He had, however, spent three years as the assistant to Pep Guardiola at Manchester City.

Arguably the best internship in the sport, Arteta’s time with Guardiola, and his status at Arsenal, was enough to earn him the job.

Born on 26th March 1982 in San Sebastian, Arteta’s playing career saw him travel across Europe.

Unable to break through after a few seasons with Barcelona B, a loan stint with Paris Saint-Germain saw him make a name for himself. A transfer to Rangers followed in 2002.

Having been impressive in Scotland, Arteta earned a return to Spain with Real Sociedad. He couldn’t consolidate his place in the team after the €5.2 million transfer, however, and Everton swooped in.

Initially signing on loan with an option for a permanent deal, Arteta established himself as a key player for the Toffees, making 209 appearances for the club before joining Arsenal in 2011.

Playing under Arsene Wenger, Arteta won two FA Cups as a player. Just months after taking over as manager, he won a third with the club after beating Manchester City and Chelsea in the semi-final and final respectively.

This remains his only major silverware as a manager.

Arsenal Manager History:

Several iconic managers have been in charge of Arsenal. Let’s take a look at the history of the job, starting just after the First World War.

Leslie Knighton – May 1919 to May 1925
Herbert Chapman – June 1925 to January 1934
Joe Shaw (caretaker) – January 1934 to May 1934
George Allison – May 1934 to May 1947
Tom Whittaker – June 1947 to October 1956
Jack Crayston – October 1956 to May 1958
George Swindin – June 1958 to May 1962
Billy Wright – May 1962 to June 1966
Bertie Mee – June 1966 to May 1976
Terry Neil – June 1976 to December 1983
Don Howe – December 1983 to March 1986
Steve Burtenshaw (caretaker) – March 1986 to May 1986
George Graham – May 1986 to February 1995
Stewart Houston (caretaker) – February 1995 to June 1995
Bruce Rioch – June 1995 to August 1996
Stewart Houston (caretaker) – August 1996 to September 1996
Pat Rice (caretaker) – September 1996 to September 1996
Arsene Wenger – October 1996 to May 2018
Unai Emery – May 2018 to November 2019
Freddie Ljungberg (caretaker) – November 2019 to December 2019
Mikel Arteta – December 2019 to present

Arsenal Club Honours:

Unquestionably one of the greatest British club teams, Arsenal have enjoyed numerous successful spells in their history.

From double winners in the 1970s and 1990s to The Invincibles in the early 2000s, Arsenal’s honours list is a lengthy one. They have won the most FA Cups with 14, and with three league and FA Cup doubles, they share the record with Manchester United.

First Division/Premier League: 1930/31, 1932/33, 1933/34, 1934/35, 1937/38, 1947/48, 1952/53, 1970/71, 1988/89, 1990/91, 1997/98, 2001/02, 2003/04
League Cup: 1986/87, 1992/93
FA Cup: 1929/30, 1935/36, 1949/50, 1970/71, 1978/79, 1992/93, 1997/98, 2001/02, 2002/03, 2004/05, 2013/14, 2014/15, 2016/17, 2019/20
Cup Winners’ Cup: 1993/94

Next Arsenal Manager Odds:

Betting odds tab Brendan Rodgers, Eddie Howe and Antonio Conte as the favourites to succeed Mikel Arteta.

Rodgers and Howe have long been linked with the job. Rodgers’ credentials have only strengthened during his Leicester tenure, though there’s a case to be made that it would be backwards step for him at this point.

Leicester have a stronger squad. Their club is functioning smoothly. While they have dropped off at the end of the last two seasons, Rodgers has shown they are in touching distance of the top four. Would he be as competitive at Arsenal?

Howe’s stock is trending in the opposite direction. Gaining promotion and making Bournemouth a solid Premier League team saw the 43-year-old linked with reputable vacancies, including the England job.

Since the peak of a ninth-placed finish in 2016/17, Howe oversaw some poor signings and the demise of the south coast club.

He left the Cherries following their relegation and turned down the Celtic job in the 2021 offseason. The Gunners faithful would be underwhelmed by Howe’s appointment at this stage.

Conte is the best available manager at the moment. His presence looms over anyone underachieving at Europe’s top clubs.

Just like with Rodgers, though, it’s surely a question of whether he would be interested in the Arsenal job. After all, he couldn’t work out a deal with Tottenham last summer, and he notoriously has very high demands for his clubs.

Where the Italian is the instant fix, the make us as good as possible as quickly as possible, Arsenal could embark on yet another project with Graham Potter or Ralph Hasenhuttl.

With Ostersund, Swansea and now Brighton, Potter has instilled a firm identity. His game is effective and good to watch.

There’s also a strong history of player development, which would be particularly useful for an Arsenal squad that’s had a lot of money invested in it.

The style isn’t identical, but appointing Hasenhuttl would be a similar acceptance of a fresh process. Even with key players leaving the club every summer, the Austrian has maintained a style of play and managed to get results.

His ability to bounce back from painful low points can only be a good sign for dealing with the pressure at a club like Arsenal.

Options are plentiful if Arsenal move on from Arteta. These five are among the favourites to be the next Arsenal manager, but don’t rule out others including Gian Piero Gasperini, Paulo Fonseca and Roberto Martinez.

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September 9, 2021

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