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Analysis: What's behind F1's suspension controversy
Formula 1 intrigue over high-tech suspension systems pioneered by Mercedes has been around for several years, but the trigger for the latest row over what is and isn't allowed can be traced back to the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix. According to sources, an overheard radio conversation between Daniel Ricciardo and his Red Bull pitwall about car set-up and the impact of the suspension on aerodynamic performance left some rival teams suspicious that there was more to these devices than originally thought. In particular the idea of the suspension being used primarily to help aerodynamics prompted Ferrari to take action and write to the FIA to clarify exactly is and is not allowed. Such a request for...
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