P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Red Bull suspects that both McLaren and Ferrari have been running Formula 1 front wings that flex beyond the limits imposed by the FIA and threaten to do the same. According to a recent report from the German outlet Auto Motor und Sport, Red Bull is “more openly” pointing “the finger” at McLaren and Ferrari’s […]
According to a recent report from Auto Motor und Sport, Red Bull has been openly accusing McLaren and Ferrari of potential issues with their front wing designs. Mercedes also suspects something fishy but has chosen not to protest, following their rivals’ lead. AMuS suggests that Mercedes’ new front wing might be on the edge of legality and contributes to their recent success in Canada. The article notes that the improvement is not just in performance but also in improving car balance and driver confidence. Red Bull is quoted as saying, “If this is tolerated, we have to do the same.” The teams are constantly pushing the limits on front wing flexibility to gain advantages, with Mercedes pointing out Red Bull’s rear wing flexing excessively. Last season, Aston Martin had to alter their front wing due to FIA concerns about rule compliance, leading to a significant drop in competitiveness. Red Bull apparently tried to persuade Aston Martin to join them in protests against Ferrari and McLaren, but Aston Martin chose to focus on their own fixes. The FIA introduced a technical regulation last season to restrict flexi-wings after concerns of teams exploiting them for aerodynamic gains, specifically before the Singapore Grand Prix.
