F1 NEWS”MCLAREN CAR IS CHEATING” Christian Horner and Toto Wolff ask FIA ​​to investigate McLaren car after Miami GP. Surprised by FIA decision!……………Read more

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BREAKING: Red Bull and Mercedes Question McLaren’s Dominance Post-Miami GP; FIA Finds No Rule Breach

Following McLaren’s commanding 1-2 finish at the Miami Grand Prix, rival teams Red Bull Racing and Mercedes have raised concerns regarding the legality of McLaren’s MCL39, particularly focusing on its exceptional tyre management and brake cooling systems. Red Bull team principal Christian Horner and Mercedes’ Toto Wolff have reportedly approached the FIA, requesting a thorough investigation into these aspects of McLaren’s performance.

Red Bull’s suspicions center on the possibility that McLaren may have implemented an unauthorized water injection system to cool their tyres, potentially providing a competitive edge. Additionally, there are allegations concerning the presence of extra cooling holes in the brake ducts, which could contravene FIA regulations. Despite these allegations, the FIA has conducted inspections and found no evidence of rule violations, thereby clearing McLaren of any wrongdoing. 

In response to the accusations, McLaren CEO Zak Brown has dismissed the claims as unfounded and has called for a more formalized process for lodging technical protests. Brown suggested that teams should be required to submit official documentation and a financial commitment when raising such concerns, to prevent the spread of unverified allegations. 

Mercedes’ Toto Wolff has taken a more measured approach, acknowledging McLaren’s recent performance improvements and attributing their success to legitimate advancements in car design and strategy. Wolff emphasized the importance of focusing on internal development to bridge the performance gap. 

As the Formula 1 season progresses, McLaren’s resurgence has intensified scrutiny from competitors. While the FIA’s current findings exonerate McLaren, the situation underscores the competitive tensions inherent in the sport and the ongoing quest for performance parity among teams.