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McLaren set to kick-start F1's prolonged 2021 launch season

McLaren is set to kick-start an elongated Formula 1 launch season with its Mercedes-powered MCL35M to be unveiled later on Monday. As part of the cost-saving measures implemented in the aftermath of the Covid-19 pandemic Formula 1 stakeholders unanimously agreed to defer the introduction of the new regulations by 12 months, meaning teams are effectively carrying over last year’s chassis. However there have been changes, most notably alterations made to the bargeboards and floors, in order to reduce downforce levels. Formula 1, and tyre partner Pirelli, held concerns that the increased loads – owing to another year of development with cars that were only due to be used for one season...
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