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Mercedes theory on McLaren's 2026 PU deficit explained by The Race

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Mercedes suggests McLaren's 2026 power unit deficit stems from spending strategy, not just development. The Race reports the theory, while PlanetF1 covers budget cap questions.

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How the sources differ

The Race provides the detailed Mercedes theory on McLaren's PU deficit, while PlanetF1 frames it as a broader budget cap strategy question. The Race adds specific technical context, whereas PlanetF1 focuses on rival teams' concerns.

Recommended first read: The Race article is the most complete, directly explaining the Mercedes theory with technical detail and an image, and is not paywalled.

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