Ferrari’s upgraded ‘Macarena’ rear wing has appeared on the SF-26 within the Hungarian Grand Prix storage, marking the primary sighting of the revised design after its deliberate introduction at Spa-Francorchamps was postponed. The brand new package deal goals to generate extra downforce whereas decreasing drag, with an estimated top-speed enchancment of as much as 3 km/h.
After abandoning the thought of utilizing the advanced wing through the Belgian Grand Prix weekend, Ferrari is now making ready to introduce it in Hungary. The primary photos reveal the principal adjustments and a configuration that pulls inspiration from options beforehand seen on rival automobiles, whereas exploiting an association that’s presently doable solely on the SF-26.
Ferrari’s ‘Macarena’ rear wing arrives after its Spa delay
Till virtually the ultimate second, Ferrari had not determined whether or not to suit the advanced reverse-wing specification in Belgium. Nonetheless, the hesitation was not attributable to technical issues associated to security or efficiency. The division chargeable for producing the totally different specs and particular person parts of the automobile was merely unable to supply sufficient components and spares for the system for use at Spa-Francorchamps.
Ferrari would naturally have most popular to introduce the delayed SF-26 rear-wing package deal in Belgium, however the resolution is now prepared for its Hungarian debut. The Hungaroring calls for substantial aerodynamic load and consists of flowing medium- to high-speed sections wherein the SF-26 might carry out notably nicely. The circuit’s slower sections have additionally positioned renewed consideration on Ferrari’s low-speed cornering power.
Developed Ferrari Macarena rear wing targets downforce and effectivity
In accordance with data reported by AutoRacer.it a number of days in the past, the advanced ‘Macarena’ wing was already full and will have arrived in Hungary if Ferrari thought-about it appropriate. The aerodynamic modifications are meant to enhance the SF-26’s total effectivity, serving to the automobile preserve its high velocity for longer whereas additionally producing extra downforce.
The design has been prepared for a while and isn’t merely a low-downforce rear-wing specification. As an alternative, it’s an improve meant to extend the SF-26’s total efficiency via adjustments to the cellular flap and its kinematics. A number of revised parts are designed to extend the quantity of downforce produced by the wing, whereas related ideas have been additionally seen on rival automobiles in Monaco.
Ferrari is concurrently searching for to scale back drag. The estimated common profit might quantity to as a lot as 3 km/h in high velocity, though this stays a projected acquire moderately than a confirmed observe measurement. The finished part has now appeared on the SF-26 for the primary time within the Hungaroring storage.
Why Ferrari can use the mini-flap association
Ferrari has adopted an idea beforehand proven by different groups, however the report claims that it’s presently the one constructor capable of match these appendages above the cellular flap whereas exploiting what’s described as a regulatory loophole. The absence of a central actuator makes it doable for Ferrari to open the wing in Straight Mode.
As defined within the AutoRacer.it article, the underlying idea belongs to the Mercedes faculty of design and is because of be prohibited for 2027, though Ferrari is alleged to have drawn specific inspiration from Crimson Bull. Two triangular profiles may be seen at intermediate factors between the central part and the endplates of the cellular flap.
“By exploiting the design of its personal Macarena wing and the absence of a central actuator, Ferrari makes use of that ‘regulatory loophole’ which the opposite groups exploited in Monaco, the place there have been no active-aerodynamics zones. Rather than the central actuator, Ferrari has positioned an elaborate building of mini-flaps that clearly echoes the McLaren design. It is very important underline that, at the very least up thus far, solely Ferrari can afford an answer of this sort, as a result of it doesn’t use the central actuator and due to this fact has these volumes, outlined by the rules, free.”
The mixture due to this fact incorporates concepts related to a number of rivals: a broader Mercedes-style idea, Crimson Bull-inspired triangular profiles and a mini-flap building resembling the McLaren design. Ferrari’s personal actuator format is what reportedly permits these components to stay in place when the wing opens in Straight Mode.
Excessive-downforce ground specification returns on the SF-26
The SF-26 will even return to its high-downforce ground specification in Hungary. The ground-board meeting consists of three components, changing the single-element model used at Silverstone and Spa-Francorchamps.
Collectively, the revised ground and rear-wing package deal are meant to supply the aerodynamic load required on the Hungaroring with out imposing an extreme straight-line penalty. Nonetheless, expectations stay measured, with Charles Leclerc warning in opposition to assuming the circuit will robotically go well with Ferrari. Followers may seek the advice of the entire 2026 Hungarian Grand Prix timetable forward of the SF-26 replace’s first on-track look.
Jul 23, 2026
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