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Former Formula 3 driver Sophia Floersch has joined Opel’s new Formula E team as its test and development driver
Opel GSE Formula E team has signed Sophia Floersch as its test and development driver, marking her as the German manufacturer’s first contracted driver for their debut season this year. Floersch, a former Formula 3 driver, has been discussing a role with Opel since last month’s announcement at Jarama, after her stint in Indy NXT with HMD Motorsport. With her signing, Formula E now boasts four official female development drivers, including Abbi Pulling, Bianca Bustamante, and Nerea Marti. On April 21 and 22, Floersch will make her public debut with the new Gen4 cars during the official presentation in France. Opel’s team principal, Jorg Schrott, emphasized the importance of Floersch’s technical feedback and analytical skills for further Gen4 development. Furthermore, Opel is expected to close a deal with Mitch Evans for the upcoming season, potentially marking the end of Evans’ decade-long Jaguar driver career. Opel had also considered Jake Dennis and may look towards Theo Pourchaire to join Formula E’s winning driver line-up.
