As the Formula 1 schedule takes us to the Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya for the Spanish Grand Prix, McLaren is confident that its recent upgrades will not compromise its performance on the high-speed track. The Woking-based squad’s MCL38 has shown significant improvements in low-speed corners, but the team believes it can still excel in the high-speed range.
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With Mercedes showing signs of resurgence, the team’s performance at the Spanish Grand Prix will be a critical indicator of its ability to consistently compete at the front of the Formula 1 grid.
Nico Hulkenberg failed to advance from Q1 during the recent Formula 1 Grand Prix, qualifying a dismal 19th. This poor performance was a significant departure from his previous efforts this season. The German driver suspects an underlying car issue, possibly related to aerodynamics, and is calling for a thorough review ahead of the upcoming Spanish Grand Prix.
As the 2024 Formula 1 season got underway, Williams Racing faced a significant challenge with their launch car, which tipped the scales at a considerable excess weight. Despite shedding 14kg during the off-season, the FW46 was still 4-5 tenths per lap slower than its optimal pace. The team is working hard to reduce the weight and improve performance, but the upcoming Spanish Grand Prix at Barcelona poses a tough test.
Red Bull has extended its lead in the F1 constructors’ championship, but Sergio Perez has struggled in recent races, failing to match the performance of teammate Max Verstappen. Team Principal Christian Horner has called on Perez to regroup and come back stronger at the Spanish Grand Prix.
Mercedes believes it will only get a true measure of the progress made from its recent Formula 1 upgrades at the upcoming Spanish Grand Prix, as the team looks to bounce back from a disappointing start to the season and continue bridging the gap to its rivals.