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Mercedes reveals anticipated first major upgrade package of F1 2026
Mercedes introduced a major upgrade package at the Canadian Grand Prix, aiming to further solidify its dominant position in the 2026 Formula 1 season.
Unlike other teams that brought significant updates to the Miami Grand Prix, Mercedes waited until Montreal to unveil eight new parts for its W17 challenger.
With an undefeated streak in the season so far, Mercedes is keen on maintaining its status as the team to beat.
McLaren and Red Bull also brought several updates to their cars in Canada to enhance their competitiveness on the track.
Ferrari focused on optimizing its existing package from the United States Grand Prix, while Aston Martin chose not to introduce any new updates for Canada.
The weekend in Montreal includes a sprint race for the first time, adding a twist to the usual race format with limited practice time before the competitive sessions.
