The controversial trick McLaren’s F1 rivals are worried about

Have Red Bull and Ferrari been left behind by McLaren in an area of F1 aerodynamic dark arts? The two teams are chasing a mastery of the aeroelasticity trick being so well utilised by McLaren and Mercedes in 2024, whereby their front wings bend more into a lower-drag form under load at high speed then ‘snap back’ into a normal position under braking to provide downforce in the corners. With that has come increased scrutiny from rivals, with Red Bull and Ferrari trying to bring pressure over what they clearly consider an unreasonable amount of flexing in the front wing. 00:00 McLaren aero targeted by rivals 02:15 Why it’s so important 04:43 All clear - for now 07:17 If you can’t beat them... READ MORE HERE: Subscribe: Website: Twitter: @wearetherace Instagram: @wearetherace Facebook: Podcasts: Thanks for watching - please like, share and comment, please also hit subscribe to show your support so we’ll keep doing what we’re doing. #f1 #formula1 #formulaone #grandprix #f12024 #f1news #therace #mclaren #redbull #ferrari #mercedes #fia