Qualifying ahead of the second race of Formula E’s recent double-header in Berlin was one of the most controversial in recent years.
Pascal Wehrlein expressed disappointment over his pole position in Berlin, considering it the least satisfying of his career due to many Formula E drivers deliberately qualifying towards the back. Despite securing pole for the second race in Berlin, Wehrlein felt it held little value as some drivers opted to conserve tires for the race. Several competitors, including eventual winner Mitch Evans and second-placed Oliver Rowland, strategically chose to start from the back to optimize their chances during the race. Wehrlein found the situation in Berlin to be extreme, with the emphasis on energy management overshadowing the significance of qualifying. In reflecting on the unique circumstances, Wehrlein highlighted the lack of importance placed on qualifying during the second race day, resulting in a unique and challenging event.
