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How F1 teams have modified front wings for Spanish GP flexi-wing tests

Formula 1's teams have revealed their front wing solutions to satisfy the Spanish Grand Prix technical directive on flexing wings, following the application of more stringent load tests for the Barcelona round.

With a 1000N load applied to either side of the front wing, the flex tests only permit a maximum of 10mm of deflection, down from the previous benchmark of 15mm. This has prompted teams to strengthen their wings, although many of those changes will largely remain structural.

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