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Ferrari's Macarena Wing Returns After Shanghai Podium

3/17/2026

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Ferrari confirmed the return of its "Macarena wing" for the Japanese Grand Prix after testing in China.
The SF-26 finished third in Shanghai, with Lewis Hamilton earning his first Ferrari podium.
Ferrari trailed the leaders by 25 seconds.
Analysis shows a speed deficit of about four-tenths per lap, mainly on straights.

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Ferrari confirmed the return of its "Macarena wing" for the Japanese Grand Prix after testing in China.
The SF-26 finished third in Shanghai, with Lewis Hamilton earning his first Ferrari podium.
Ferrari trailed the leaders by 25 seconds.
Analysis shows a speed deficit of about four-tenths per lap, mainly on straights.