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McLaren aerodynamic change ‘striking' – pundit

Feb.17 The aerodynamic changes to Formula 1 cars for 2021 are 'striking'. That is the view of Ossi Oikarinen, a pundit for Finnish broadcaster MTV Sport. He was speaking after seeing McLaren's newly-launched car for 2021, which is nearly identical to last year's version – apart from the mandatory changes to the floor. 'The floor is much narrower and simpler than last year,' said Oikarinen. 'It is striking how much the regulation change has changed the shape.' He added: 'The goal has been to take development back about a year. Has any team been able to catch up due to the change? I doubt it. But how much aerodynamic grip has been lost is another matter.' Oikarinen actually thinks...
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