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Brundle: Talk about rake is just a distraction

Article To news overview © Mercedes Sky Sports pundit and former Formula 1 driver Martin Brundle feels Mercedes are using diversionary tactics to deflect attention away from their W12. Despite Mercedes winning the opening race of the season, the general feeling is that Red Bull's RB16B is a faster machine right now. Mercedes have alluded to losses from changes to the aerodynamic regulations that are, apparently, rewarding cars with a high-rake philosophy, which Mercedes don't have. The rake refers to the car's floor height, with high-rake cars running with a greater ride height at the back compared to the front. Mercedes, as well as customer team Aston Martin, are less extreme with this...
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