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Dan Ticktum was a frustrated figure following a highly disappointing opening race of Formula E’s Jeddah double-header.
Former Red Bull F1 junior driver Dan Ticktum expressed his need for a “break” from the persistent string of bad luck he has faced for several years during the Cupra Kiro Formula E race. The opening race of the Jeddah E-Prix saw the reintroduction of pit stops after seven years, with a new ‘Pit Boost’ feature providing a 10% energy recharge. Despite most drivers utilizing the technology successfully, Ticktum encountered issues that hindered his performance and potential points finish. Blaming his misfortune on a series of setbacks dating back to missing out on a super license, Ticktum called for pit stop modifications until faults are rectified. The Porsche team suspects a battery-related issue as the root cause of Ticktum’s troubles, leading to his plea for improvement or removal of the Pit Boost concept if it continues to cause disruptions. Ticktum’s frustrations highlight the challenges faced by drivers in adapting to evolving technologies within Formula E races.
