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McLaren’s Innovative Flip-Over Wing Returns but Won’t Hit the Track
Highlights
- McLaren to test flip-over rear wing in Hungarian GP practice only
- Full wing race debut expected no earlier than September
- Leonardo Fornaroli to drive second practice session for McLaren
- McLaren introduces redesigned floor and aerodynamic upgrades at Hungary
- Ferrari may debut modified Macarena wing at Hungarian Grand Prix
- Red Bull plans to reintroduce fixed flip-over wing soon
McLaren will run its flip-over rear wing in first practice at the Hungarian Grand Prix, but it will not race the device in Budapest or Zandvoort. A September debut appears likeliest.
McLaren limits the flip-over rear wing to FP1 mileage at the Hungaroring.
The concept returns after an aborted outing in Austria, where the part never left the garage, as seen during McLaren’s initial rear wing test at Austria. Ferrari and Red Bull pioneer similar solutions.
Friday running targets correlation on load, stall behaviour, and balance. Instrumented laps should firm up simulations and guide packaging, actuator settings, and operating windows for future deployment.
Reigning Formula 2 champion Leonardo Fornaroli will drive in second practice for McLaren. This marks his second practice outing of the season.
Leonardo Fornaroli returns for FP2 duty with McLaren.
If testing exceeds targets, Monza becomes the most realistic first venue. Its low-drag profile and long straights suit a stable flip-over architecture.
Ferrari’s ‘Macarena’ wing completes extensive running from Bahrain testing and enters race trim at Miami. A modified version could appear in Hungary.
Red Bull pauses its flip-over concept after setbacks linked to Verstappen’s Austria and Britain accidents. The team believes fixes are ready, with a return planned soon.
Ferrari could field a modified Macarena wing in Hungary as Red Bull readies its own return.
Beyond the wing, McLaren brings a redesigned floor and fresh aerodynamic updates. Andrea Stella frames this as a shift in priorities, reflecting a new development focus for the car.
These parts target efficiency and stability across corner phases. Recent work on measurement systems and pathways, including tools and upgrades aimed at boosting performance, underpins the package.
The FP1 data will define next steps and the earliest race deployment. With margins tight, McLaren prioritises reliability and repeatable performance for the post-summer stretch.
Visual Summary
TEST ONLY 🚫🏁
McLaren Flips the Script
The daring flip-over rear wing returns for testing at the Hungarian Grand Prix—but race debut waits for Monza.
Practice only. No race miles yet.
Practice only. No race miles yet.
McLaren’s focus: data first, spectacle later.
Ferrari
Debut: Miami, May
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Red Bull
On Hold: After Crashes
RB
McLaren
Testing: Hungary only
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Will we see it race?
“Upgrades everywhere” – McLaren brings a new floor, aero fixes, AND gives Leonardo Fornaroli another FP run.
But the star attraction is still waiting in the wings…
But the star attraction is still waiting in the wings…
Eyes on Monza—will McLaren’s flip-over finally fly in anger? 🟠💨
Daniel Miller reports on Formula 1 Grand Prix weekends with race-day analysis, team-radio highlights, and point-standings updates. He explains power-unit upgrades, aerodynamic developments, and driver rivalries in straightforward, SEO-friendly language for a global F1 audience.
