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Red Bull Technical Director Pierre Wache was left less than impressed by the flexi-rear wing sported by McLaren during the 2024 Formula 1 campaign.
McLaren faced criticism for using a flexible rear wing during races with low-drag configurations, notably in Baku where Oscar Piastri’s victory highlighted the wing’s impact on straight-line speed. The FIA mandated the removal of the controversial design after an agreement with McLaren. Red Bull’s technical director, Wache, expressed disapproval of McLaren’s use of the wing, emphasizing the importance of respecting and enforcing F1 regulations. Despite McLaren’s advantage, they lead Ferrari by 21 points in the Constructors’ standings ahead of the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, with Red Bull out of contention. Wache acknowledged the challenges of monitoring technical infractions like McLaren’s rear wing and stressed the need for fair play and adherence to the rules in Formula 1.
