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REUTERS/HAMAD I MOHAMMED
[Saba
Sports News] The Mercedes F1 Team has revealed its new car, the W15, for the
upcoming 2024 season. However, the car’s front wing design has drawn criticism
from F1 technical analyst Craig Scarborough. Scarborough described the design
as “shameless,” although he acknowledged that it adheres to the
current technical regulations. He believes that Mercedes’ intention with the
front wing design is to create more washout, which goes against the aim of the
recent rule changes to promote better following and overtaking opportunities.
Some fans have also raised concerns about Mercedes’ car from the previous year,
highlighting weaknesses in the rear axle and difficulties in control. They
mentioned that the suspension did not align well with the chassis, and even
Lewis Hamilton, the reigning champion driver, expressed dissatisfaction with
the cockpit position. To address these issues, Mercedes has made significant
changes to the car’s layout for this year, including adjustments to the side-pods,
moving the cockpit rearward, and modifying the rear suspension setup. The team
has been focused on rectifying these persistent flaws over the past two years,
demonstrating their commitment to improvement.