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Tech verdict: Analysing the 2019 F1 design trends so far
The teams continue to wage a technical war on one another, as a slew of new parts arrived in Canada that they hoped would boost their respective performances. Here, we delve into those changes and see how more often than not they’re mimicking one another’s design direction.

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Red Bull RB15 new fins

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Mercedes AMG F1 technical detail

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Alfa Romeo Racing C38 fins

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Renault F1 Team front detail

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Renault F1 Team R.S.19 rear wing

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Renault F1 Team R.S.19 rear wing comparison

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Renault F1 Team R.S.19 rear wing DRS pod comparison Canadian GP

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Renault F1 Team technical detail

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Ferrari SF71H floor Azerbaijan GP

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Racing Point RP19 nose

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Racing Point RP19 nose

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Mercedes W08 narrow nose, Spanish GP

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Williams FW42 suspension and nose cape

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McLaren MCL33 front wing Spanish GP

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