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Racing Point has 886 drawings to prove car legality

Racing Point says it has 886 drawings to prove that the brake ducts on its RP20 comply with Formula 1's regulations, asserting it is “impossible for them to be illegal”. Racing Point’s RP20 raised suspicions as far back as pre-season testing in February when its likeness to the Mercedes W10 was noticed by onlookers. The team openly confirmed it had been inspired by last year’s W10, shifting its design philosophy to mirror Mercedes’ approach rather than the Red Bull-style high-rake, but maintained its car adhered to all regulations. Renault lodged a protest against Racing Point’s brake ducts after the Styrian Grand Prix and stewards deemed it admissible, with an investigation...
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