Mercedes continues evaluating W17 upgrade package in Singapore
Mercedes split its cars on upgrade specification at the Singapore Grand Prix as it gathered more information on new W17 parts. Kimi Antonelli said the updated package appears to work better, although the team remains uncertain about its full performance level.
Mercedes used an unusual split-specification approach in Singapore, with its two cars running different configurations to help assess a new W17 upgrade package. The revised parts included changes to the floor and sidepods.
Kimi Antonelli ran the updated specification during the Singapore Grand Prix weekend. He said the upgraded car works better, but there is still uncertainty over the exact performance of the new components.
After qualifying, Mercedes said it had been able to learn more about the upgrade package Antonelli was using in Singapore.
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