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The FIA has admitted that it will review whether action needs to be taken concerning flexi-wings on Formula 1 cars amid suspicion about McLaren‘s rear wing design. McLaren’s rear wing has created a debate since the rearward-facing onboard camera on Oscar Piastri‘s car in the Azerbaijan Grand Prix showed interesting behaviour. Piastri was able to […]
The debate over McLaren’s rear wing was sparked by the rearward-facing onboard camera on Oscar Piastri’s car during the Azerbaijan Grand Prix, revealing intriguing behavior. Piastri utilized a speed advantage to hold off Charles Leclerc and secure a win in Baku, attributed partly to McLaren’s rear wing design. The top element of McLaren’s wing, creating a ‘mini DRS’ effect, raised concerns among rival teams and prompted the FIA to review video footage from Baku. The FIA’s statement highlighted ongoing scrutiny of bodywork flexibility and the authority to request modifications if needed, even if cars pass initial tests in the pit lane. Despite McLaren’s compliance with standard tests, the FIA’s guidance on flexing at higher speeds remains a point of interest and potential regulatory changes might be introduced during the season.
