On Friday in Budapest Mercedes experimented with different cooling solutions for the front brakes, with an asymmetric brake duct opening (right of brake assembly).
For qualifying and the race they opted instead for the solution used in Canada, with the drum open and perforated holes exposed on the disc.
This was to avoid the problems the team had in Canada and Hungary last year with overheating brakes.
Next Up
Related Articles
UnlockedMassimo Bottura and Barilla bring ‘Domenica Italiana’ to F1
Watch Round 9 of the F1 Sim Racing World Championship
ExclusiveDoni Nahmias on the new NAHMIAS x Formula 1 collection
10 viral moments from past Canadian Grands Prix
Wolff backs ‘killer’ Russell to recover from challenges
What time is the 2026 Canadian GP and how can I watch it?
