“In Spain, everyone will have to mount a different front wing. It will be interesting to see how it will affect the grid but we won’t know until we are there. Lewis Hamilton has shared his thoughts on the upcoming technical directive (TD) set to be enforced at the Spanish Grand Prix, which will require all teams to make changes to their front wings. The Mercedes driver hinted that this regulation could shake up the current competitive order, though its impact remains uncertain until the teams hit the track in Barcelona.
“In Spain, everyone will have to mount a different front wing,” Hamilton said. “It will be interesting to see how it will affect the grid, but we won’t know until we are there. It’s going to be interesting—that is all I’m going to say.”
The TD reportedly targets flexible wing designs, which some teams may have exploited to gain aerodynamic advantages while remaining within the current rules. With the FIA stepping in to tighten interpretations, this change could potentially level the playing field or disrupt the momentum of some of the current frontrunners.
Red Bull and McLaren, both of whom have demonstrated strong pace in recent races, could be among the most affected if their designs were pushing the boundaries of legality. For Mercedes and Ferrari, who have been chasing performance improvements all season, this presents a potential opportunity to close the gap.
Hamilton’s comments suggest cautious optimism. While he stopped short of making bold predictions, the underlying message is clear: changes are coming, and they may tilt the balance. If the TD does indeed affect Red Bull and McLaren’s performance, the second half of the season could be far more competitive, reigniting the battle at the front of the grid.
Fans and teams alike will be watching closely in Spain to see how the new regulations play out. One thing is certain: the Spanish Grand Prix just became even more intriguing.