Archive · 29 May 2025
Flexi-Wing Rule Change and McLaren Advantage at Spanish Grand Prix
Formula 1 teams are racing in Spain, with a new rule restricting how flexible the front wings of the cars can be.
This is meant to make the cars perform more consistently.
McLaren is likely to benefit from the rule change, potentially helping them win again.
McLaren can control how heat exits the car.
This setup is especially helpful at lower-speed circuits, as well as the expected hotter temperatures.
The race has Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri in the driver standings, with Norris winning a recent race.
A rule change limits the flexibility of F1 car front wings.
McLaren may retain an advantage at the Spanish Grand Prix.
The flexi-wing rule aims to reduce drag and increase speed.
McLaren's cooling louvres may offer an advantage in hot weather.
Lando Norris won the Monaco Grand Prix and is second in F1 standings.
- Who
- McLaren, Red Bull, Max Verstappen, Lando Norris, Oscar Piastri.
- What
- Spanish Grand Prix; rule change on flexi-wings.
- When
- This weekend.
- Where
- Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya, Spain.
- Why
- To compete in the Spanish Grand Prix with a rule change impacting car performance and aerodynamic design.
McLaren
Teams
Impact of Front Wing Flexibility Rule
McLaren
Uncertain impact, but acknowledges the significant rule change.
Teams
The rule change impacts all teams, but McLaren may still have an advantage.
- Race Location
- Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya
- Expected Race Temperature
- 30-32°C
- Flex Limit (Max)
- 10mm or 15mm
- 2023 Winner
- Max Verstappen
- Monaco Grand Prix Winner
- Lando Norris
- F1 Driver Standings Leader
- Oscar Piastri