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Red Bull’s budget cap penalty has now expired which means it can return to its full allocation of aerodynamic testing, which is bad news for its rivals given the dominance on show so far this term.
Last season, Red Bull faced controversy and penalties for breaching the budget cap, negatively impacting their title battle with Lewis Hamilton. Despite the penalty, Red Bull has been dominant this season, winning both the Drivers’ and Constructors’ championships. With the penalty lifted, Red Bull can focus on further development at the factory, giving them an advantage over their competitors. Led by Chief Technical Officer Adrian Newey, Red Bull has a strong technical team and a solid foundation from their previous car. While other teams like Mercedes and McLaren are making progress, Red Bull’s advantage remains significant. However, the sliding scale rules should help bridge the gap between teams in the future.
Source: RacingNews 365
