McLaren encouraged by Baku upgrade despite floor cracks

First reported 1 day, 4 hours ago · latest 2 hours ago

McLaren introduced a major upgrade at the Azerbaijan Grand Prix. Despite structural concerns, including floor cracks and kerb restrictions, the team emerged encouraged by the package's performance, according to recent analysis and updates.

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Formula1.com provides technical analysis of the upgrade's encouraging signs, while PlanetF1 reports on the team's official update. The r/formula1 social post highlights potential structural problems, adding a contrasting concern not covered by the other outlets.

Recommended first read: Formula1.com offers the most complete technical analysis from Mark Hughes and Giorgio Piola, covering the upgrade's performance and encouraging signs without paywall.

McLaren encouraged by Baku upgrade despite floor cracks

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McLaren encouraged by Baku upgrade despite floor cracks

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Alex Brundle says McLaren could have a problem with their Baku upgrade, as they've had cracks in the floorboards and Lando was told again not to take the kerbs during the grand prix. If the upgrade isn't structurally strong enough to operate, it could end up being an upgrade in the bin.