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The British GP remains one of the most important races on the F1 calendar, both for its historical significance and because of the demands of the Silverstone circuit. Mark Hughes runs through the new parts teams have brought to cope with those – including a major upgrade for one outfit
The British Grand Prix is an essential event on the Formula 1 calendar, not only due to its historical significance but also because of the unique challenges posed by the Silverstone circuit. Many F1 teams have introduced upgrades for this race weekend to maximize performance. Red Bull has focused on aero tweaks around the floor edge and floor-edge winglet to enhance load and stability. Mercedes made circuit-specific changes to the front and rear wings and brake cooling to optimize drag reduction and brake performance at Silverstone. McLaren brought three beam wing options and a revised front wing design for a better balance between drag and downforce. They also introduced new components like a rear corner twin winglet and modified radiator inlet for improved aerodynamics. Ferrari, Alpine, and Williams did not disclose any updates for the race.
