The performance swing that highlights Mercedes’ low-rake pain

In a year that had the risk of being a stale repeat of 2020, with teams carrying over their chassis, the performance swings shown at the Bahrain season opener have been quite dramatic.
All teams have been slowed by the changes to the floor, brake ducts and diffuser regulations, but some have suffered much more than others.
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