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After qualifying was cancelled today due to heavy rain, Race 8 of the Formula E Tokyo E-Prix started with a short delay. The starting grid was formed by the results of FP2. Although the Tokyo E-Prix allows drivers to use a Pit Boost window, it was uncertain whether the race would start. Though the weather didn’t look promising, the drivers got into their cars, regardless of concerns. After final practice was rained off, Race Control was determined to get the race in Tokyo underway. As the delayed start got nearer, the weather seemed to clear up. This brought hope, that…

Ahead of the Formula E Tokyo E-Prix, Nico Müller revealed he and Andretti could have won in Monaco if it were not for technical struggles. Nico Müller started his weekend in Monaco started confidence, as as he had the opportunity to win Saturdays race. With luck on their side, the pit boost window opened when he and Andretti needed it the most. However, problems with the boost charger occurred, which ultimately cost Andretti and him the win. Speaking exclusively to Fastest Formula News ahead of FP1 during the Tokyo E-Prix, Nico Müller acknowledged that the result could have been better…

David Beckmann’s Race 2 during the Formula E Monaco E-Prix ended early after contact at Turn 1. A hit from Jake Hughes caused a rear puncture. The damage forced Beckmann into the pits and out of contention. He rejoined but never recovered. Race officials handed Hughes a 5-second penalty for the collision. Beckmann’s hopes of scoring points in Monaco vanished within the opening lap. Beckmann reflects on tough Monaco qualifying and lost potential during race Beckmann described the race as one of the toughest of his season to date, largely due to the wet and unpredictable conditions during Qualifying. Starting…

After Dan Ticktum finished seventh in the first Race of the Monaco E-Prix, the hopes were up for the second race of the double-header. Starting from sixth on the grid on Sunday, Ticktum endured a tough race. Despite his solid qualifying performance, he lost ground early as his aggressive approach backfired when he attempted an overtake on Nick Cassidy. The move saw Ticktum run wide and kiss the wall at Mirabeau. Though he pulled off an impressive recovery to stay out of the barriers in Monaco, Ticktum lost valuable positions and momentum in the E-Prix. That moment effectively ended his…

In the final stages of the Miami Grand Prix, a key battle emerged for P7 between Lewis Hamilton and Charles Leclerc. On Lap 39, Ferrari ordered a position swap to let Hamilton chase Antonelli. That switch left Leclerc with the task of defending against a faster Sainz. Though the fight was more strategic than wheel-to-wheel, tension remained. By Lap 48, Leclerc was within DRS of Hamilton and reclaimed P7 on Lap 53, aiming to catch Antonelli. Hamilton, meanwhile, voiced frustration and was warned to watch for Sainz closing in behind. Ferrari Team Principal,Fréd Vasseur, defended the team’s strategy during the…

For the 2024–25 Formula E season, Zane Maloney joined forces with former champion Lucas di Grassi at Lola Yamaha ABT, forming a compelling driver line-up that combines youthful energy with seasoned expertise. At just 21 years old, Maloney arrived with an impressive track record, having clinched the British F4 title and finished as runner-up in FIA Formula 3. Most recently, he concluded his final Formula 2 campaign in a strong fourth place. Though only in his rookie Formula E season with Lola Yamaha ABT, Maloney does have experience at the top levels of motorsport. He served as a reserve driver…

Race 2 of the Monaco E-Prix ended in disappointment for Lucas di Grassi, after a misjudged overtaking attempt resulted in a crash that forced his retirement. Attempting to pass Jake Dennis while in Attack Mode, di Grassi miscalculated the move and ended up in the wall on lap 7. The incident triggered a full course yellow, briefly neutralising the race and adding to the list of challenges posed by the slippery, unpredictable conditions around the principality. Reflecting on the crash, di Grassi admitted fault and took responsibility for the mistake. Di Grassi and Maloney lacked the pace to compete during…

Taylor Barnard endured a difficult Race 2 at the Monaco E-Prix, a stark contrast to his standout performance in the opening race where he secured pole position. Starting further down the grid, he was unable to replicate the pace that earned him pole position for Race 1. Throughout the race, Barnard remained on the fringes of the midfield and did not feature in the lead battles. His struggles were compounded late in the session when he received a five-second time penalty for exceeding track limits. The penalty impacted his final classification, pushing him further down the order. With limited strategic…

Jean-Éric Vergne impressed with early aggression in Race 2 of the Monaco E-Prix. Using Attack Mode, he passed Nyck de Vries and grabbed the lead. Holding off Rowland through tight corners, he defended with determination. As the race progressed, Sébastien Buemi and De Vries found a way past. Later, Cassidy slipped by in the closing laps. Vergne ultimately crossed the line in fourth after a strong but challenging race. Vergne had “a very good first part” of the Monaco E-Prix He got off to “a strong start” in the Monaco E-Prix and immediately looked at ease in the slippery conditions.…

Maximilian Günther began Race two of the Monaco E-Prix with high expectations. Early in the race, he dropped positions as rivals gained advantage through Attack Mode. Sébastien Buemi passed him and went on to win. Struggling to respond, Günther couldn’t make up lost ground. Throughout the race, his presence at the front faded. At no point did he challenge the leaders. Ultimately, his promising qualifying form did not carry into the race. Difficult start costed Günther positions in the Monaco E-Prix Günther handled the qualifying earlier that Sunday “well”, with getting P3, even though “the conditions were really tricky.” While…