Motorsport Motorsport FIA extends Pirelli's F1 tyre deal by one year to 2024 The FIA has agreed to extend Pirelli’s contract as the official sole supplier of tyres to Formula 1 by one year. Reuters London 06 March, 2021 12:12 IST The most recent 2018 tender was for the supply of 13-inch tyres during the 2020 season and then three seasons of 18-inch tyres. - Reuters Reuters London 06 March, 2021 12:12 IST Formula One's governing body extended Pirelli's contract as sole tyre supplier by one year to 2024 on Friday to reflect disruption caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.It said the extension was in the best interests of all stakeholders.The most recent 2018 tender was for the supply of 13-inch tyres during the 2020 season and then three seasons of 18-inch tyres.The pandemic triggered emergency measures and led to the postponement to 2022 of the 18-inch tyres, along with major rule changes. Pandemic prevents Haas firing up new F1 car until Bahrain test FIA president Jean Todt said the change of tyre size represented a significant technical challenge and investment for Pirelli."In light of this, and the necessary postponement of the new regulations as a result of the pandemic, it is only logical to extend the supply of tyres accordingly," he added. Read more stories on Motorsport. For more updates, follow Sportstar on :