Formula 1 heads to Autodromo Nazionale Monza and as tradition dictates, most teams arrive with low-downforce packages specifically designed for the high-speed demands of the circuit. Eight teams have introduced new components for the Italian Grand Prix, with engineers focusing on maximising straight-line performance while keeping stability through Monza’s few, but crucial, corners.
Ferrari has refined their SF-25 with a depowered front wing, alongside a low-downforce rear wing and beam wing. Both of the latter elements are carried over from last year’s Monza package, highlighting the Scuderia’s efforts to capitalise on their home race with proven solutions that minimise drag and boost top speed.
McLaren has taken a more comprehensive approach with their MCL39. The car runs a trimmed front wing flap and a lower downforce front wing, designed to work with a new rear wing, new wing flaps and a new beam wing tailored to Monza. Beyond these circuit-specific updates, McLaren has also introduced fresh front suspension fairings, aimed at improving airflow conditioning across the chassis and setting a stronger development baseline for future races.
Red Bull Racing has chosen a different route compared to their rivals, bringing only a new low-downforce front wing. This design features a shortened chord on the third and fourth elements to deliver the drag levels required for Monza. However, the RB21 also debuts a revised floor, with changes to the body, fences and edges to generate additional load.
Mercedes, meanwhile, has implemented subtle but targeted adjustments. The W16 features revised rear wing tips, optimised for a high-speed, low downforce circuit such as Monza, while the floor fences have also been updated. Alongside these changes, the car runs a lower downforce front wing, designed to provide the necessary straight-line efficiency without compromising too heavily in the corners.
Aston Martin’s contribution to the Monza package is a new rear wing, featuring a less aggressive flap option that reduces both drag and load.
Haas has brought a modified front wing to Monza. The VF-25 features a slightly reduced chord length on the wing flap, a subtle change designed to optimise aerodynamic balance while trimming drag for the high-speed sections of the lap.
Racing Bulls have not stopped at a rear wing change. In addition to a Monza-specific rear wing, the Faenza-based team has introduced a new floor body designed to generate more load, as well as updated sidepods to improve airflow quality around the engine cover and towards the rear of the car.
Williams also arrives with a circuit-specific package, bringing a rear wing with a smaller upper flap to cut drag. A reprofiled front wing complements the changes, giving the FW47 the aerodynamic balance required to remain competitive on Monza’s long straights and under heavy braking.
With eight teams introducing Monza-focused upgrades, the Italian Grand Prix is set to be a fascinating technical battle. Ferrari will hope their refined home package delivers the edge they need, while McLaren and Red Bull have invested in more comprehensive upgrades. Mercedes, Aston Martin, Haas, Racing Bulls and Williams are also targeting performance gains in the unique low-downforce environment of Monza. The stage is set for one of the fastest and most unpredictable weekends of the 2025 Formula 1 season.
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