Mercedes leverages Monaco rules with innovative wing design
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 4, 2026, 11:30 AM
Last updated Jun 4, 2026
Mercedes has introduced a radical aerodynamic solution for the Monaco Grand Prix on June 4, 2026. With active aerodynamics restricted, the team replaced standard wing actuators with a complex triple-flap array to enhance grip in the tight corners of Monaco. This innovative design utilizes the space of the now-useless actuator to generate increased downforce, catering to the low-speed demands of the course. Other teams continue to face challenges under the new technical regulations as Mercedes seeks a competitive edge through this loophole.
- •Mercedes introduces a triple-flap wing design for Monaco.
- •Active aerodynamics have been banned for the race weekend.
- •The team capitalizes on a regulatory loophole for better grip.
- •Focus on downforce is critical for success at Monaco.
- 11:30 AMYahoo Sports — Mercedes Exploits Monaco’s Active Aero Ban Replacing Useless Wing Actuators With an Extreme Triple-Flap Array
"The tight, claustrophobic streets of Monaco have always forced Formula 1 engineers to completely rewrite their setup sheets. But with the introduction of the radical 2026 active aerodynamics regulations, the technical madness has reached an entirely new level of extremity.…
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