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News›Dutch Grand Prix 2026

McLaren point to 'no surprise' Ferrari evidence around 'delicate' F1 project

RacingNews365Tue 18 Aug · 12:45 UTCupdated Tue 18 Aug · 17:10 UTCHave your say
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McLaren has been developing its own version of the innovative 'Macarena' rear-wing design, which Ferrari first introduced during pre-season testing. McLaren's team principal, Andrea Stella, noted that the complexity of this project was evident from Ferrari's lengthy development process, which included multiple tests before the wing was race-ready.

Stella emphasized the importance of trackside data in evaluating the wing's performance, as it is a delicate project with significant aerodynamic implications. While Ferrari and Red Bull have different implementations of the design, McLaren is focused on ensuring their version meets the necessary performance standards before full deployment.

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McLaren point to 'no surprise' Ferrari evidence around 'delicate' F1 projectMcLaren has yet to deploy its own Macarena-style rear-wing, over half a season after Ferrari unveiled it in pe-season testing.RacingNews365Tue 18 Aug · 12:45 UTCRead →
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