P1racenews AI automatic summary:
The debate surrounding flexing wings has flared up again with Red Bull’s Helmut Marko weighing in on Mercedes’ upturn in form.
Red Bull advisor Helmut Marko believes rival teams are “pushing the limits” of what is declared legal regarding a Formula 1 car, with McLaren and Mercedes making significant progress. McLaren’s Lando Norris secured his first career victory at the Miami Grand Prix, while Mercedes, led by George Russell, claimed pole position and a podium finish in Canada. Marko suggested that the performance improvements may be due to flexing front wings that surpass the standard regulations. While flexible wings are not new to F1, Marko emphasized that the teams are likely operating within the boundaries of legality, albeit at the edge. He described it as an ongoing competition where teams seek to maximize performance while complying with FIA regulations.
