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Technical analysis: Mercedes adds another aero surprise

Formula 1 teams are locked in a constant technical battle to keep improving their cars in a bid to deliver success. Here, Motosport.com brings you the latest insight in to the innovation and evolution that appeared at the Canadian Grand Prix. Mercedes has been leading on the Formula 1 track this year, but it also delivered something first in design terms at the Canadian Grand Prix too. This was the first time it ran with an open brake drum, using a carbon disc with four holes in a row. But the most interesting aspect was how the team used the brake duct as an aerodynamic device. Teams use the ducts at the back at create extra downforce, where those at the front are all about cleaning up the...
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