Ferrari unveils major SF‑26 upgrades at Monza
Summary
Ferrari used a Monza filming day to trial an upgraded SF‑26, adding a new front wing, revised floor and other aero tweaks, while keeping the power unit unchanged after testing at Mugello and Fiorano.
Ferrari used a Monza filming day to trial an upgraded SF‑26, adding a new front wing, revised floor and other aero tweaks, while keeping the power unit unchanged after testing at Mugello and Fiorano.
Why it matters:
- Closing the aerodynamic gap to Mercedes and Red Bull is essential for Ferrari’s title hopes in a disrupted calendar.
- Monza’s high‑speed layout provides a clear test of aerodynamic upgrades that will translate to the slower Miami street circuit.
The details:
- Aerodynamics – new front wing, revised floor and revived ‘Macarena’ wing deliver additional down‑force on Monza’s high‑speed straights.
- Halo fin – re‑added element cleans airflow around the cockpit and improves engine intake efficiency.
- Power unit – unchanged; ADUO checkpoint may allow a 2‑4 % upgrade if the ICE lags behind Mercedes.
What's next:
- Ferrari heads to Miami, where the upgraded aero package will be tested on a tight street circuit.
- If the ADUO checkpoint reveals a power‑unit shortfall, a single additional upgrade could be granted before the next European race.
- With Bahrain and Saudi Arabian rounds still on hold, points from Miami become even more vital for the championship battle.
Original Article :https://www.gpblog.com/en/news/ferrari-goes-all-in-with-extensively-updated-sf-2...
