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RacingNews365’s technical analyst Paolo Filisetti explains some of the potential changes from the FIA flexi-wing updates at the Spanish Grand Prix.
The main topic at this year’s Spanish Grand Prix is the new front wing flexibility limits imposed by the FIA in January, along with the rear wing tests already in place since Melbourne. The limits on the vertical loads on the wing elements remain the same, but the bending limits through the main profile have been adjusted. The changes include a reduction in bending limits from 15mm to 10mm when load is applied symmetrically, and from 5mm to 3mm at any point of the trailing edge of the upper flap. Opinions among team principals vary, with some believing the changes will have a significant impact, while others expect minimal performance differences. The differing views from individuals like Fred Vasseur and Andrea Stella highlight the wide range of perspectives within the paddock.
