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INTERNATIONAL COURT OF APPEAL
PRESS RELEASE
2003 FIA FORMULA ONE WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP
During a meeting on Monday with representatives of Michelin and the McLaren and Williams Formula One teams, the FIA were shown examples of a new Michelin tyre before and after use. The FIA technical department has confirmed that it believes these tyres will comply with the Formula One regulations if used in the same way at Monza.
A number of press reports have suggested that the FIA has changed or re-interpreted the tyre regulations. This is not correct. The maximum tread width has been 270mm since 1999. The FIA has never suggested that tread width was unlimited once the tyre was in use.
With hindsight, it is regrettable that those using the earlier Michelin front tyres did not consult the FIA about possible excess tread width as soon as they became aware of it. However, as far as the FIA technical department is concerned, the matter is now closed and the Championship can continue with all teams on an equal footing.
Paris, September 9, 2003
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