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Did MERCEDES play hide and seek in Monaco? ENGINE power reduced by 40 hp

Ferrari surprised at the second free practice of the Monaco GP. But according to an Italian journalist, this is not the picture we can expect on Saturday, as Mercedes is said to be driving with reduced engine power.

Photo: HB Press

Team Ferrari is in the first two free practice sessions GP Monaco on the streets of Monte Carlo with his race car show SF21 surprised both friends and enemies.

Italians they battled the team in the final races of this season McLaren for third place, here in Monaco however, they suddenly found themselves in the front row. So Red Bull as well as Mercedes they are after both workouts Ferrari highlighted as a serious competitor, but it seems it can Mercedes offer significantly more.

Ferrari surprised with a great performance at yesterday's free practice, but many are wondering if this corresponds to the actual situation - Photo: HB Press

But according to the report Italian journalist portal Motorsport.it he seems to have had Mercedes engine much less power than Ferrari. Taking a detailed look at telemetry, seems to be Ferrari on the street track it is gaining ground with its capacity. However, according to media reports, it is Mercedes (judging by rumors) on Thursday at both free vehicle training with 40 BAM lower engine performance.

In addition to Mercedes, which was supposed to drive 40 hp lower engine power yesterday, the hideouts are also said to be Red Bullu, where they also did not fully use the power of Honda's engine - Photo: HB Press

Otherwise the power of the engine on the streets Monte Carlo not so essential, however 40 BAM not a little. With small differences between racers, you can lose by reducing engine power many cities. This could explain the lag to some extent Mercedes. For now, however, it is not clear if it is Honda reduced the power of their engines, although this is also much talked about. Either way, the picture will be clearer tomorrow.                                     

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