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After McLaren was disqualified in Las Vegas, the team has taken measures to ensure it doesn’t happen again. Paolo Filisetti, technical expert for RacingNews365, explains more.
Despite the setback of its recent disqualification in Las Vegas, McLaren is gearing up for the Qatar Grand Prix this weekend with a focus on the drivers’ championship. The team’s experience in Las Vegas, where worn skid blocks led to the disqualification, is not expected to be a problem in Qatar due to differing track conditions. While Las Vegas required high downforce setups for tire warm-up, Qatar’s moderate aerodynamic load favors low ride heights for optimal performance through fast corners. McLaren’s setup in Las Vegas, which proved problematic, had initially been approved for Qatar with only minor suspension adjustments. However, the risk of excessive plank wear in Qatar remains a concern despite the team’s prior experience.
