Monza Magic: Ferrari and Rivals Unveil Cutting-Edge Upgrades for Italian Grand Prix Showdown

Formula 1 teams are known for bringing upgrades to the Italian Grand Prix at Monza, given the track's unique low-drag requirements. This year is no exception, with teams introducing various modifications to optimize their cars for the high-speed circuit. Among the most anticipated updates is Ferrari's promised upgrade, which the team hopes will elevate their performance in the competitive F1 landscape.

Red Bull

Red Bull has reverted to its low-drag bodywork for Monza, a departure from the high-downforce configuration used at Zandvoort and Hungary. The team is utilizing a similar low-downforce rear wing to the one seen at Spa, featuring variable flap area across the span with extensive trailing edge contouring. This version appears to generate more downforce than a typical Monza wing. To balance the setup, the front wing's second chord has been reduced to match the lower downforce and drag demands of the track.

Mercedes

Mercedes has adapted its conventional rear wing for Monza by reducing the camber of the flap and incorporating cutaways at the outer edges, aiming to minimize drag while maintaining necessary downforce.

Ferrari

Ferrari has introduced both Monza-specific parts and development upgrades. The team is sporting a very low downforce rear wing tailored for the circuit. Additionally, they've brought a new floor featuring a reshaped central flat-floor 'canoe' section, modified angles of the floor fences at the tunnel inlets, new floor edge details, a revised expansion ramp to the diffuser, and an enhanced coke bottle cutout.

McLaren

McLaren has not only brought Monza-specific wings but has also implemented the second phase of their Zandvoort update. This includes a new sidepod shape beneath the engine cover, further refining the car's aerodynamics.

Aston Martin

Aston Martin has introduced a lower loading rear wing and beam wing for Monza. To maintain balance, they've also reduced the flap on the front wing.

Alpine

Alpine has opted for a less loaded front wing flap to accommodate the balance range imposed by their low downforce rear wing. The rear wing features a very small flap but a relatively large mainplane.

Williams

Williams has made modifications to their front wing endplate, partially removing it and reducing the dive plane angle. These changes are designed to achieve the required balance with their Monza-specific rear wing.

RB (formerly AlphaTauri)

RB has brought both the usual low-drag Monza wing configurations and a new floor. The new floor is claimed to increase downforce and improve airflow management to other downforce-producing surfaces downstream.

Sauber

Sauber's development parts include a new forward floor designed to increase load towards the front of the car. They've also slightly revised the diffuser sidewall to accelerate airflow through the tunnel and better control airflow disruption from the tires. Circuit-specific front and rear wings complete their Monza package.

Haas

Haas has focused on re-cambering their front wing flap and modifying the aerodynamic profile of the sheathing around the front suspension, aiming to optimize their car for the unique demands of Monza.