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Magnussen predicts DRS will have "bigger effect" under 2017 rules

Kevin Magnussen expects the DRS Formula 1 overtaking aid to produce a bigger effect under the 2017 regulations - and reckons this could lead to "better racing". Several figures within and outside the sport have raised concerns that the extra emphasis on aerodynamics in the new regulations could have a negative impact on wheel-to-wheel racing. But Haas driver Magnussen is more optimistic, having told Motorsport.com's sister publication Autosport: “The DRS should have a bigger effect than last year as there is more downforce and drag on the rear wing. “When you open the DRS it should make a bigger difference to the car in front, so there are things that point to better racing....
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