Prior to the Belgian Grand Prix, GPblog was already able to report the updates Red Bull Racing would bring to the Belgian Ardennes. These updates were then spotted in the pit lane on Thursday. The FIA has now officially announced these updates, along with the new parts introduced by other teams, including McLaren, Mercedes, and Ferrari. In total, Red Bull Racing brought five updates to the
Circuit de Spa-Francorchamps. These updates are part of a larger package, the second part of which is coming in Hungary.
The updates are intended to improve performance and reliability. So these are not necessarily circuit-specific updates.
Firstly, the team brought a modified front wing. This front wing changes the distribution of force on this component.
The team also has a modified airflow in the side pod. This required the engine cover to be adjusted as well.
The front wheel suspension has been modified to get a different airflow. Finally, the bodywork at the rear wheels has been adjusted for more flow stability. All this results in increased aerodynamic efficiency.
These are the updates that Red Bull brought to Spa-Francorchamps
This is what the updates on the RB21 look like
McLaren
The McLaren team has brought only one circuit-specific update to the rear wing. This wing provides more downforce for the Belgian Grand Prix.
Mercedes
Mercedes has brought two updates to
Spa-Francorchamps. Like Red Bull, the front wing has been modified, and there's also been an adjustment to the rear of the car.
Ferrari
Ferrari has made three changes to the rear of the car. These involve the rear suspension, the rear wing, and the rear corner.
It’s also notable that Aston Martin and Williams have brought a lot of updates. Haas and Stake F1, on the other hand, have not brought any updates for this Grand Prix weekend.