The double Mclaren DSQ in Las Vegas: The hidden detail that reveals everything.
Abstract The double disqualification of the McLarens at the Las Vegas Grand Prix has rapidly become one of the most delicate technical episodes of the season. What initially appeared as a standard breach of Article 3.5.9 FIA Formula One Technical Regulations regarding plank wear has now revealed a far more intricate scenario. A detail found in FIA Document 57, and mirrored in Document 58, offers a link to the technical rumours circulating before the weekend: the alleged use of thermo-expandable titanium skids. The behaviour recorded by the FIA’s measurements show us that there could be a deeper layer behind McLaren’s exclusion. What Happened in Las Vegas Post-race scrutineering on both McLaren cars uncovered a violation of the minimum thickness requirement for the rear skids. According to FIA Documents [1] , the measurements were below the 9 mm minimum set by Article 3.5.9 of the Technical Regulations. The inspections were conducted with a Mitutoyo micrometer purchased in May 2...