McLaren’s front wing concept for 2027 on show in Brazil

At Interlagos McLaren will field an update package comprising new floor work and front and rear wings to see if they can get better aerodynamic efficiency and balance out of the car. Peter Prodromou says the data to be had will inform the MCL41 of next year, the front wing being one example.

It is all very public on a circuit where secrets do not last; then again, to put 2027 hardware through its paces in the wind tunnel or on track while a season is underway is what every team does at this time of year.

The elevation changes and the long approach to Turn 1 at Interlagos should give McLaren an indication of the package’s merits going into the closing rounds.