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RacingNews365’s technical analyst Paolo Filisetti explains how McLaren has made an unusual change for this weekend’s Monaco Grand Prix.
As is customary for the Monaco Grand Prix, McLaren has made adjustments to its car, typical of all Formula 1 teams in preparation for the race on the iconic streets of the Principality.
In a surprising move, McLaren has notably increased the size of its brake ducts, a unique modification given the low brake stress typically experienced at the Circuit de Monaco.
Brake discs often struggle to reach the optimal temperature range in Monaco, even in high ambient temperatures, making McLaren’s modification unexpected.
This adjustment could be related to heat management and tyre pressures, in contrast to the usual practice of venting brakes at Monaco.
A recent technical directive and the need to manage heat transfer to the wheel rims could have influenced McLaren’s decision to modify its brake ducts for the Monaco Grand Prix.
With a significant lead in the constructors’ championship and a strong position in the drivers’ standings, McLaren faces new challenges in tyre management that were highlighted by Red Bull’s performance at Imola.
