2SC Podcast: Flexing Wings, Rules & What to Expect in Spain

In this episode of the Podcast, the guys run through the FIA’s new directive banning flexible front wings - effective from June 1st - which could significantly impact the pecking order. Do McLaren now face the real test?

Technical analyst Jad Malek breaks down how flexi-wings have secretly helped teams cheat physics - flexing at high speeds for aero efficiency, then snapping back to combat understeer in the slow stuff. With those gone, will McLaren’s true performance be laid bare at the all-revealing Circuit de Catalunya?

️ The pair also dig into Max Verstappen and Red Bull, Ferrari’s ongoing radio drama with Lewis Hamilton, Fernando Alonso returning to his home crowd, ground as well as Isaac Hadjars rising start status, Williams’ quiet consistency, and the implications of Barcelona potentially falling off the racing calendar.

With one of the most revealing races of the season ahead, this episode dissects the tech, tension and trajectory of a championship that’s still wide open.

2 Soft Compounds Production Credits:

Presented by: Rick Houghton & Jad Mallak
Studio Engineer & Editor: Roy D'Monte
Executive Producer: Ian Carless
Produced by: W4 Podcast Studio