After mutterings in the Barcelona paddock at last week’s test regarding the legality of the McLaren rear wing, Christian Horner told the Telegraph that Red Bull and Ferrari thought the design was pushing the regulations, and had referred the matter to the FIA for clarification.
“There’s a bit of a fuss over McLaren’s rear wing,” said Horner.
“We’ve asked the FIA for clarification although I think Ferrari are probably more excited than we are to be honest.”
However, McLaren have moved to deny any rule breaking. A spokesperson for the team said: “We’re very confident that our car is entirely legal – and we’re not aware of any protest.”
McLaren also alluded to Horner’s comment that Ferrari were more excited about the protest than Red Bull.
“In fact, we’ve spoken to Ferrari this morning and they’re not aware of any protest either.”
