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via Motorsport.comHow McLaren left itself exposed at the F1 Italian Grand PrixMcLaren faced challenges during the qualifying session at the Italian Grand Prix, where they initially showed promise by securing second and third positions in Q2. However, their performance deteriorated in Q3 due to execution errors, including a lock-up by Oscar Piastri that affected both drivers' final runs.
Stella highlighted that McLaren's garage position forced them to go out first in Q3, limiting their ability to benefit from slipstreams. The team struggled with battery management and tire locking issues, which compounded their difficulties on the energy-sensitive Monza track.
Sun 6 Sep · 09:21 UTC
via RacingNews365McLaren learns vital lessons from Red Bull with new H-WingMcLaren has officially launched its H-Wing system on the MCL40, which draws inspiration from Red Bull's design but incorporates key modifications. The new wing features a single central actuator that allows the flap to rotate nearly 180 degrees, a method that has been validated through rigorous testing during practice sessions at Monza. McLaren's development process has been heavily influenced by Red Bull's previous reliability challenges, particularly concerning flap closure issues experienced by Max Verstappen's RB22.
To mitigate these risks, McLaren has implemented thorough reliability testing and optimized the actuator's geometry to ensure effective flap operation. The team believes that the H-Wing will offer a significant aerodynamic benefit, particularly on long straights, enhancing their competitive edge in upcoming races.
