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Brundle: Mercedes faces problems with ground effect cars

Carl Smith by Carl Smith
April 11, 2024
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Brundle: Mercedes enfrenta problemas com carros de efeito solo

2024 Japanese Grand Prix, Sunday - Steve Etherington

2024 Japanese Grand Prix, Sunday – Steve Etherington

In the third year of the current Formula 1 regulations, Mercedes is still struggling to dig themselves out of the hole they have been in since 2022. Their latest aerodynamically enhanced car, the W15, has proven to be another poorly designed machine from Brackley. Despite initial positive feedback on the new silver and black arrow, the car has failed to deliver so far. Lewis Hamilton, who initially praised the car, ended up finishing seventh in qualifying and ninth in the Japanese Grand Prix race.

Reflecting on Mercedes’ ongoing struggles, Martin Brundle expressed concern over the team’s inability to understand the car. Despite having a team of talented individuals and abundant resources at their disposal, they have failed to identify the issues with the car. Brundle refrained from speculating on the specific problems, acknowledging that even he is unsure if the team itself is uncertain. Aerodynamically enhanced cars have proven to be a challenge for Mercedes, and this is the third season under these regulations. While there are moments when the car performs well, they have not been able to consistently replicate that success. This inconsistency is frustrating and concerning for the team.

Mercedes, once dominant in the sport, has recently fallen from grace. After a period of championship dominance between 2014 and 2020, they failed to win a single race in 2023 and only managed to secure second place in the Constructors’ Championship that year. Their 2024 campaign has been equally disappointing, making them an unattractive option for drivers looking to replace the departing Lewis Hamilton, who is heading to Maranello with Ferrari.

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