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UPGRADED W17 FAILS TO DELIVER AT SEPANG

Original: What caused Mercedes' pace deficit at Sepang despite upgraded W17?

Autosport·1h ago·6 October 2026
What caused Mercedes' pace deficit at Sepang despite upgraded W17?

Mercedes examines the causes of its pace disadvantage at the Sepang circuit despite introducing upgrades to the W17 car.

Mercedes' performance at Formula 1's Bahrain Grand Prix in Malaysia will require further investigation as the conditions around the Sepang circuit made it difficult for the team to get a read on its latest update package. The team introduced a revised floor and sidepod package for F1's first visit t

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