P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Mercedes goes aggressive with rear wing tweak for Saudi Arabia
The high-speed venue in Jeddah necessitates a different aerodynamic setup than the previous race in Bahrain, focusing on lower downforce and reduced drag as the main objectives. Mercedes has made notable adjustments to their rear wing design for this circuit, showcasing a more aggressive approach with significant modifications to the central portion and endplate. These alterations include a more abrupt transition from the flat leading edge to the DRS pivot, as well as a large semi-circular notch in the central part of the upper flap’s trailing edge for improved flow management. While Mercedes is introducing this design under the current regulations, similar features have been seen in the past, such as Red Bull’s utilization of a V-shaped notch. Other teams like Ferrari and McLaren have also implemented semi-circular notches in their rear wing designs, each with unique aerodynamic objectives. Aston Martin, on the other hand, has adopted a shapely trailing edge with a V-shaped notch to effectively manage downforce and drag levels.
