Why McLaren losing ‘mini-DRS’ is not the game changer its rivals hoped for

Summary

• McLaren’s decision to modify its rear wing design has been a hot topic in Formula 1.
• The ‘mini-DRS’ concept was only used at specific low drag circuits.
• The impact of losing the ‘mini-DRS’ will be minimal as it was not meant for all races.
• McLaren may have had a temporary advantage but rivals could have benefited if they challenged it earlier.