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McLaren F1 ‘trick’ exposed after early season domination
The McLaren team’s clever ‘trick,’ involving a unique brake system design, may be the reason behind their dominant performance in the 2025 Formula 1 season, where they have won five out of six races and lead the constructors’ championship by 105 points.
This innovative design helps with tyre management, ensuring optimal temperatures and preventing overheating, giving drivers like Piastri and Norris an edge in races.
Despite Red Bull’s allegations in 2024 about McLaren filling their tyres with water, it seems the real secret lies in McLaren’s legal design quirk within the brake system, as pointed out by aerodynamics expert Martin Buchan.
McLaren’s rise in the sport over the past two years showcases their design ingenuity, making them the team to beat heading into the final year of current regulations in Formula 1.
As they aim for their first drivers’ championship title since 2008, McLaren’s focus on perfecting their unique braking system during practice sessions could be key to securing victory in the highly competitive field.
