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RB has revealed that the changes it made to its floor as part of its Formula 1 upgrade package for the Spanish Grand Prix “decoupled” its car and led to the team’s recent slump in form. The team, which was a regular points contender in the early part of the season, brought a significant upgrade […]
The team struggled in Barcelona after implementing a significant upgrade package, leading to both drivers exiting Q1 and finishing out of the points. The technical director stated that the floor changes negatively impacted performance, affecting stability and balance. To address the issues, the team conducted experiments in Austria and reverted to a previous aero configuration at Silverstone. Despite setbacks, the team learned valuable lessons for future developments. Rolling back upgrades is a normal part of the car’s development cycle, and the team remains optimistic for a stronger performance in the second half of the season.
