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Details of Ferrari upgrade which Lewis Hamilton was wary of emerge at F1 Austrian GP
Ferrari has shared details about their upgrades for the F1 Austrian Grand Prix, including three key changes to address ride height issues. The updates involve floor fences profiles/camber redistribution, reshaped boat and tunnel expansion, and a shorter and re-cambered front floor edge wing. These modifications aim to enhance vorticity downstream and achieve an overall load gain across the car’s operating envelope. Additionally, Ferrari introduced a redesigned diffuser volume as a separate improvement. Despite the upgrades, Lewis Hamilton remains cautious about the performance impact and hopes for a step in the right direction. The competitive struggles of Ferrari this season have prompted discussions about potential changes, with McLaren introducing three upgrades for Austria focusing on front and rear aerodynamic enhancements. Conversely, Red Bull’s sole update for the race is an updated floor edge.
