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RacingNews365 technical expert Paolo Filisetti explains what caused Red Bull’s difficulties in Mexico City, and why it can bounce back in São Paulo.
The setback suffered by Red Bull in Mexico cannot be attributed to a single primary cause, making it difficult to assess.
The most significant issue throughout the weekend was the low level of grip, which hindered drivers like Max Verstappen in understanding the car’s limits.
A modification was made to the floor in Mexico City to improve airflow along the lower part of the sidepods, specifically focusing on the side edge.
Despite the effectiveness of the floor in previous races, the thin atmosphere and reduced downforce in Mexico limited the RB21’s performance.
Overall, the RB21’s capability to generate downforce from the body itself under specific conditions was a key factor in the setback faced by Red Bull in Mexico.
