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Lando Norris believes Formula 1’s bouncing phenomenon is not only still a present issue following the emergence of porpoising in
When Formula 1 switched back to ground effect-centric aerodynamic regulations for the 2022 season, teams and drivers faced extreme vertical oscillations known as porpoising due to cars bottoming out under aerodynamic load, causing health concerns for drivers’ backs. The issue led to regulations in 2023 mandating a 15mm raise in floor edges to mitigate bouncing, although it still persists to a certain degree. McLaren drivers Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri addressed the issue, with Norris acknowledging the toll on their bodies and the need for long-term improvements in car design. Piastri highlighted the competitive nature of drivers and the necessity for rules to ensure lap time isn’t compromised by physical discomfort. McLaren boss Andrea Stella emphasized the challenges and improvements made in car design, pointing towards potential solutions in the upcoming 2026 technical regulations to avoid similar issues experienced in 2022.
