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McLaren CEO Zak Brown has indicated that the Woking-based squad may be the next Formula 1 team to adopt the radical ‘Macarena’ wing, the third team to do so.
McLaren CEO Zak Brown has hinted that McLaren could be the next Formula 1 team to adopt the innovative ‘Macarena’ wing, making them the third team to consider this radical design. The unique and interesting wing, aimed at increasing airflow and enhancing downforce, was initially seen on Ferrari’s SF-26 during Bahrain’s pre-season testing. Despite a brief stint in China that ended up in the scrapheap after free practice, the design reappeared at the Miami Grand Prix following further development during a Ferrari ‘filming day’ test at Monza. Red Bull also arrived in Miami with their own version, surprising many by having designed it even before Ferrari. Given that two teams now have it in their arsenal, Brown hinted to Sky Sports F1 that McLaren might not dismiss the idea of developing their own iteration. McLaren has a history of introducing innovative designs, such as the ‘flexi-wing’ in 2024, which prompted an FIA crackdown, and faced unwarranted suspicions from Red Bull regarding tire cooling procedures.
