Pirelli & C S p A : 2022 Bahrain Grand Prix - Saturday

With its abrasive asphalt and demanding layout, the 57-lap Bahrain Grand Prix looks likely to be a two-stopper, as has been the case in previous years. A one-stopper isn't completely out of the question, but it will be slower. All three compounds can be used for a two-stopper or alternatively two set of softs and one of medium, which is reckoned to be the fastest option.
The big decision for the teams tomorrow will be which tyre compound to start on, with the whole field now given a free choice of starting tyres - making the strategy even more open than before. As there is a quite a big performance gap in terms of lap time between the compounds, those starting on the soft tyre will have quite a big pace advantage initially compared to those on mediums, while anyone wanting to start on the hard will face a considerable speed deficit.