During the Italian Grand Prix it was noticeable that Mercedes, despite their fast car, had a lot of trouble passing other cars. This was attributed by some followers to the fact that the special engine positions are now forbidden. Andrew Shovlin explains in the team's Debrief that this does play a role, but that other factors are also important. "That does make it a bit more difficult, because normally you still have the overtake button that releases all the electrical energy on the straight. It was a tool that we didn't have at our disposal, but it plays a small role", says Shovlin. Read more According to Red Bull Racing, tyre wear will play an important role at Mugello There...
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