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Fred Vasseur’s Bold Prediction on F1’s Flexi Wing Impact at Spanish Grand Prix

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June 11, 2025
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Fred Vasseur’s Bold Prediction on F1’s Flexi Wing Impact at Spanish Grand Prix

Formula One F1 - Saudi Arabian Grand Prix - Jeddah Corniche Circuit, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia - April 18, 2025 Ferrari team principal Frederic Vasseur ahead of practice REUTERS/Hamad I Mohammed

The Formula 1 world was shaken by the recent mid-season rule change, but the real impact is just starting to unfold. The clampdown on flexi wings during the Spanish Grand Prix might not have caused immediate chaos, but the repercussions are looming large on the horizon.

Despite McLaren’s dominant performance at the race, securing a front-row lockout and a 1-2 finish, the subtle yet significant changes brought about by the stiffer front wings are beginning to alter the dynamics of the competition. McLaren’s Team Principal, Andrea Stella, acknowledged that while the competitive order did not drastically shift, the nature of the cars has indeed evolved.

Teams are now grappling with the trade-offs of losing the aero advantages provided by flexi wings, leading to adjustments in their setups to find the right balance between high-speed and low-speed performance. The impact may seem minimal at first, especially for teams with well-balanced cars like McLaren, but in a sport where every detail matters, even slight modifications can make a difference.

Mercedes’ Technical Director, James Allison, highlighted the effects of the rule change on car behavior, noting that the stiffer wings could make the cars more nervous in high-speed corners. While teams can mitigate these changes through other means, such as suspension and differential settings, the overall landscape of F1 is gradually shifting.

As the F1 circus moves to circuits with diverse characteristics, from the low and medium-speed corners of Montreal to the high-speed challenges of Silverstone, the true impact of the rule change is yet to be fully realized. Red Bull’s Team Principal, Christian Horner, emphasized that teams have had time to adapt to the new regulations, tempering the immediate effects seen in Spain.

While McLaren continues to lead the pack, rivals like Red Bull and Ferrari are closely monitoring the evolving competitive landscape. Ferrari’s Team Principal, Fred Vasseur, hinted at subtle differences in performance following the rule change but acknowledged that closing the gap with McLaren remains a significant challenge.

The jury is still out on the long-term consequences of the flexi wing clampdown, but as the season progresses, each race will offer new insights into how teams are coping with the rule change. The upcoming Canadian Grand Prix promises to provide a clearer picture of the true impact of the mid-season alteration on the competitive hierarchy in Formula 1.

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