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F1 chiefs expecting 2021 cars to be 3.5s/lap slower

Formula 1 chiefs believe that the new-for-2021 regulations will result in cars lapping around 3-3.5 seconds slower than their current speeds. Formula 1 published its long-awaited sporting, technical and financial regulations for 2021 on Thursday, aimed at addressing several key issues in order to improve the sport. One fundamental aspect is a revision of aerodynamic regulations in order to enhance the quantity and quality of the racing, ensuring that drivers can follow each other for sustained periods. During a press conference at the Circuit of Americas it was revealed that technical chiefs hope a 2021 car will lose just 14 per cent of its aero performance – at one car length behind...
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