McLaren and Ferrari lead F1 upgrade charge at Zandvoort
McLaren and Ferrari head the upgrade list for the 2026 Dutch Grand Prix at Zandvoort with new rear wing and bodywork packages for the former and floor plus diffuser revisions for the latter. Official FIA documents and team submissions confirm the changes alongside updates from Alpine. The developments target aerodynamic load on the tight coastal layout.
Upgrade packages detailed ahead of Dutch GP
Formula 1 teams have submitted their technical changes for the 2026 Dutch Grand Prix at Zandvoort via official FIA documentation. McLaren and Ferrari top the list with targeted aerodynamic revisions.[1]
McLaren introduces a new rear wing assembly, revised central bodywork, and updated rear brake ducts. These elements are intended to work together for additional aerodynamic performance.[1]
Ferrari brings five updates focused on the floor area. Changes include a developed floor body, board, and edge plus diffuser optimisation to improve load and flow energy.[1]
Alpine also features significant aero revisions in the submitted packages.[3]
Circuit context at Zandvoort
Zandvoort's layout with its banked turns and dunes demands strong local load generation. The upgrades aim to address performance on this specific track profile.[2]
Related reading
- [1]McLaren and Ferrari lead development charge as every upgrade for Dutch Grand Prix revealed (formula1). Accessed 2026-08-21.
- [2]Crinkled McLaren rear wing among Dutch GP F1 upgrades (the-race). Accessed 2026-08-21.
- [3]Ferrari update plan continues in force as Zandvoort upgrades detailed (planetf1). Accessed 2026-08-21.