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The matter of flexi-wings reappeared over the winter break as the FIA issued fresh clarification on the situation.
Williams team principal has revealed how the F1 teams convinced the FIA to delay new flexi-wing tests until round nine of the season, following controversy over the front wings of rival cars in the 2024 campaign. The FIA found no team in breach of regulations but decided to impose stricter tests for the 2025 season. The new rules will come into effect from the Spanish Grand Prix onward, after Monaco, due to the narrow layout of the circuit. Despite the challenges, Williams does not expect the rule change to affect them significantly as their wing was already in production before the changes were introduced. Vowles acknowledged that all teams are striving to exploit the regulations to their advantage, but believes some teams may be more advanced in this aspect than others. Overall, Williams does not anticipate major disruptions due to the delayed enforcement of the new directive by the FIA.
