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formula-11 year ago

Verstappen Surprises in Vegas Amid Red Bull Wing Controversy

Max Verstappen criticizes Red Bull's decision not to develop a low-drag rear wing, which he believes costs the team performance at high-speed circuits like the Las Vegas Grand Prix. Verstappen qualified fifth, citing both straight-line speed and cornering as areas of deficit due to the current wing design. He acknowledges the budget cap as a factor in prioritizing developments but feels the team is sacrificing two race weekends per season. Teammate Sergio Perez also struggles with car performance, impacting his ability to compete effectively.

sports1 year ago

Red Bull Faces Rear Wing Woes at Las Vegas GP, Verstappen Struggles for Grip

Red Bull is facing a significant challenge at the Las Vegas GP due to bringing the wrong rear wing, resulting in a loss of over half a second on the straights. This mistake has left Max Verstappen and Sergio Perez struggling in practice sessions, with Verstappen finishing P17 and Perez P19. The team is unable to get a suitable replacement wing in time, which could impact their performance and Verstappen's bid for a fourth consecutive World Championship. Red Bull is currently third in the Constructors' Championship, trailing Ferrari and McLaren.

sports-formula-11 year ago

"Insights into F1 Saudi Arabian GP: Drama, Data, and Deceptive Practice Pace"

Teams at the F1 Saudi Arabian GP have made various technical modifications to their cars, including altered rear wing designs, cooling configurations, and front brake duct arrangements. McLaren, Sauber, Ferrari, Aston Martin, Mercedes, Red Bull, and Williams are among the teams showcasing these changes, with a focus on reducing drag, managing airflow, and adapting to the specific demands of the Saudi Arabian circuit.

sportsformula-11 year ago

"Red Bull and Mercedes Clash Over Technical Updates for Saudi Arabian Grand Prix"

Mercedes has made an aggressive tweak to its rear wing design for the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix, lifting and widening the central portion of the mainplane and incorporating a large semi-circular notch for better flow management. This move diverges from the more commonly seen V-shaped notch and has been influenced by similar designs used by Ferrari and McLaren. Red Bull, on the other hand, has continued to utilize a V-shaped notch, a feature it has maintained throughout this regulation phase.