🚨| FIA makes clear McLaren decision after major inspection — report:
— After the Miami Grand Prix, the FIA completed a detailed investigation into McLaren’s rear brake system following suspicions from rival teams about how the MCL39 was managing rear tyre temperatures. Despite thermal irregularities observed by competitors, including cold spots shown in third-party thermal images reportedly sourced by Red Bull, the FIA has ruled McLaren’s design legal.
— The concerns centered around McLaren’s method of cooling the outer surface of the rear brake drum—an area some believed might involve a regulatory loophole. Rivals questioned whether the team had found a way to maintain high brake temperatures internally while keeping the external drum surface unusually cool.
— According to reports, the FIA performed multiple in-depth checks, inspecting the braking systems, drums, and ductwork of the McLaren cars. The results found no violation of technical regulations, affirming that all elements of the system complied with current rules.
— Although no official document has yet been released publicly, it is anticipated that the FIA’s findings may be shared prior to the Emilia Romagna Grand Prix. The ruling appears to have ended speculation, confirming that McLaren’s thermal brake management strategy operates within legal parameters.