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2016 Formula 1 World Champion Nico Rosberg has revealed that he received an offer to race in Formula E, on
Nico Rosberg retired from Formula 1 in 2016 after winning the championship, and while he initially rejected a move to Formula E, he later became a shareholder in the all-electric series. He invested in Formula E because he is a fan of the races being held in major cities, which makes it more accessible for families. Formula E is also a cheaper sport to attend compared to Formula 1. The series is growing in popularity, with a large fan base and the addition of new cities like Tokyo. Rosberg sees Formula E as a complementary series to Formula 1, and while he was offered a chance to join, he declined because he wanted a break after retiring.