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2019 aero regulations a 'massive step backwards' - F1 bosses

Formula 1 team bosses have described the 2019 aero regulations as a 'massive step backwards' in terms of performance, but are hopeful the losses can quickly be recovered. F1 agreed upon new rules which will see simplified front-wings and other smaller changes introduced for the 2019 season, in the hope they will lead to an increase in overtaking by reducing the amount of dirty air coming off the car ahead. However the major downside is that these new aero rules will dramatically cut downforce levels, therefore reducing the current record breaking cornering speeds and laptimes F1 has witnessed this season. 'It’s difficult to have a clear picture today [of what 2019 will be like]...
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