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F1 Teams Roll Out Jeddah-Specific Upgrades Ahead of Saudi Arabian GP

Most Formula 1 teams have submitted aerodynamic and cooling modifications tailored to the high-speed demands of the Jeddah Corniche Circuit, with Mercedes, Alpine, and Williams opting out of new updates.

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Overview

  • The FIA released Car Presentation Submissions revealing that all teams except Mercedes, Alpine, and Williams introduced circuit-specific upgrades for the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix.
  • McLaren added a reshaped diffuser and rear brake duct winglet to enhance aerodynamic efficiency, while Ferrari reduced drag with shorter rear wing flaps and offloaded beam wing elements.
  • Red Bull focused on thermal management with an enlarged engine cover exit for cooling and implemented a lower drag beam wing similar to Ferrari's approach.
  • Teams like Aston Martin, Haas, Racing Bulls, and Sauber introduced drag-reducing rear and front wing modifications, with Sauber also enhancing its floor geometry for efficient downforce gains.
  • The Jeddah Corniche Circuit's ultra-high-speed layout necessitated these updates, emphasizing drag reduction, downforce balance, and cooling efficiency under FIA regulatory scrutiny.