While the McLaren wing passed the FIA's standard static flexibility checks, Marko pointed out that the regulations also prohibit significant bending during actual racing conditions. "That wing bends in the race," he claimed, "and it gives them an advantage."

F1’s regulations limit the amount of flexibility permitted, but teams try to find ways to maximize this to improve performance.

The legendary McLaren Formula 1 team agreed to alter the design of its championship-leading car on Friday morning despite denying allegations that the car