F1 teams adjust rear wings for Monaco Grand Prix regulation changes
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 4, 2026, 12:51 PM
Last updated Jun 4, 2026
Several Formula 1 teams have adopted a new design for their rear wings ahead of the Monaco Grand Prix on June 4, 2026. With the removal of the straight mode feature, teams replaced rear wing actuators with clusters of tiny winglets. All modifications comply with the FIA's technical regulations regarding bodywork dimensions. This change aims to optimize performance given the unique challenges of the Monaco circuit.
- •F1 teams introduce unique rear wing designs for Monaco GP.
- •Removal of straight mode spurs innovation in wing construction.
- •New regulations require compliance with FIA bodywork dimensions.
- •Teams seek to enhance performance on Monaco's tight circuit.
- 11:29 AMRacer — How F1 teams exploit Monaco rules with quirky rear wing additions
- 12:51 PMAutosport — F1 teams fit unique rear wings for Monaco GP
- 12:48 PMMotorsport.com — F1 teams exploit rear wing loophole for Monaco
"The removal of straight mode for Formula 1's Monaco Grand Prix has led to an interesting approach from a handful of teams - which have used the opportunity to replace their rear wing actuators with a cluster of tiny winglets. All bodywork must fit into the defined legality boxes defined by the FIA's technical regulations. There is a small rectangular box on top of the rear wing for the wing ...Keep reading
"The removal of straight mode for Formula 1's Monaco Grand Prix has led to an interesting approach from a handful of teams - which have used the opportunity to replace their rear wing actuators with a cluster of tiny winglets. All bodywork must fit into the defined legality boxes defined by the FIA's technical regulations. There is a small rectangular box on top of the rear wing for the wing ...Keep reading
"The lack of straights and the tight layout mean power availability should not be an issue, so teams do not need their actuators to fulfill the function of opening and closing the rear wing, leading to some eye-catching solutions.
Sources
External links- RacerJun 5, 2026, 11:29 AMHow F1 teams exploit Monaco rules with quirky rear wing additions
The lack of straights and the tight layout mean power availability should not be an issue, so teams do not need their actuators to fulfill the function of opening and closing the rear wing, leading to some eye-catching solutions.
- AutosportJun 4, 2026, 12:51 PMF1 teams fit unique rear wings for Monaco GP
The removal of straight mode for Formula 1's Monaco Grand Prix has led to an interesting approach from a handful of teams - which have used the opportunity to replace their rear wing actuators with a cluster of tiny winglets. All bodywork must fit into the defined legality boxes defined by the FIA's technical regulations. There is a small rectangular box on top of the rear wing for the wing ...Keep reading
- Motorsport.comJun 4, 2026, 12:48 PMF1 teams exploit rear wing loophole for Monaco
The removal of straight mode for Formula 1's Monaco Grand Prix has led to an interesting approach from a handful of teams - which have used the opportunity to replace their rear wing actuators with a cluster of tiny winglets. All bodywork must fit into the defined legality boxes defined by the FIA's technical regulations. There is a small rectangular box on top of the rear wing for the wing ...Keep reading
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