Category: motorsport

Norris gets "exciting" McLaren F1 car upgrade for Singapore GP

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McLaren has introduced a new development package for the Marina Bay circuit, with Lando Norris having access to the entire range of new elements, while Oscar Piastri will receive them gradually. The team will reveal the full range of aero changes on Friday, focusing on addressing weaknesses at low speed. Norris believes it is the most significant car development since the Austrian GP. Although it may not help in all areas, it should enhance performance in terms of overall loads, cornering speeds, consistency, and tire wear traction. Norris emphasizes the…

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F1 teams failed to provide consensus to create fourth DRS zone in Singapore

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Drivers are surprised that a fourth DRS zone has not been added to the revised back straight at the Marina Bay circuit in Singapore. The layout change was necessary due to construction work, which resulted in long straights replacing the characteristic turns. The drivers planned to request an extra DRS zone during the briefing, but it is unlikely to be approved due to safety concerns. The FIA consulted the teams prior to the race, but there was no consensus, so no additional DRS zones will be assessed. Some teams did…

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