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F1 Scandal Unveiled: Red Bull Exposes McLaren’s Tire Management Controversy

David Castro by David Castro
May 3, 2025
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F1 Scandal Unveiled: Red Bull Exposes McLaren’s Tire Management Controversy

May 2, 2025; Miami Gardens, FL, USA; McLaren driver Lando Norris (4) during F1 Miami Grand Prix Sprint Race Qualifying at Miami International Autodrome. Mandatory Credit: Peter Casey-Imagn Images

Red Bull Launches Investigation into McLaren’s Tire Management Tactics

In a shocking turn of events, Red Bull has set its sights on McLaren, suspecting the team of engaging in illegal tire cooling methods. The investigation, fueled by the use of thermal imaging cameras during pit stops, revealed abnormally low brake temperatures on McLaren’s cars – particularly during hot races. This suggests a superior and possibly unconventional tire management strategy employed by McLaren that has raised eyebrows in the racing community.

McLaren has been dominating the early part of the season, clinching victory in four out of the first five races, with exceptional tire performance being a key factor. Their cars reach the optimal tire temperature quicker and maintain performance for longer durations, giving them an edge in both qualifying and race pace.

Reports from Auto Motor und Sport (AMuS) indicate that Red Bull’s analysis uncovered cooler (blue) brake duct areas on McLaren’s cars in contrast to the hotter (red/orange) areas seen on their competitors. This level of cooling efficiency appears too extreme to be solely achieved through airflow, sparking rumors of water-based tire cooling, a notion both McLaren and Zak Brown have publicly dismissed – with Brown even flaunting a “tire water” bottle in Miami.

McLaren stands firm in attributing their performance to intelligent design, encompassing balance, aerodynamic support, and potentially innovative cooling materials or airflow solutions. Despite suspicions dating back to the previous season, the FIA had previously investigated and found no evidence of wrongdoing.

The tension between Red Bull and McLaren is escalating, with the former closely monitoring the tire management tactics of the latter. As the Formula 1 season unfolds, all eyes will be on how this investigation impacts McLaren’s performance on the track.

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