Monza, the ‘Temple of Speed’, has traditionally been the odd one out on the Formula 1 calendar. The long straights demand as low aerodynamic drag as possible, while the chicanes and fast corners require downforce. In 2026, a new factor will be added: the battery. Technical expert Rob van den Heijkant explains why this completely turns the aerodynamic philosophy at Monza upside down.
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