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The upgrades F1 teams have brought to the Qatar GP
The Qatar Grand Prix is being held in the nation for the first time since its inaugural running in 2021. It will be a night race around the Losail International Circuit, during the Sprint Weekend. Only one practice session will be held in the daytime before parc ferme is imposed for the qualifying session, possibly explaining why only three teams have brought upgrades.
Alpine, one of the teams, has made three revisions to its car. They have added a taller diffuse sidewall to gain downforce at lower ride height settings. They have also revised the rear drum lower flick geometry in an attempt to reduce drag and increase downforce. Additionally, Alpine has brought a revised set of cooling louvres to cope with the high heat conditions during the daytime practice session.
On the other hand, Alfa Romeo and AlphaTauri, two teams lower in the Constructors’ standings, have brought a single upgrade each. Alfa Romeo has introduced a revised Beam Wing as part of an overall upgrade package to improve the aero balance of its car. AlphaTauri has made a small geometry adjustment to the forward part of the floor edge on its car.
While other teams, including Williams and Haas, have not brought upgrades to Qatar, it remains to be seen if Alfa Romeo and AlphaTauri can gain an advantage over their rivals this weekend.
Source: Motorsport Week
