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Jaguar Team Principal James Barclay has admitted that the entire outfit has been left puzzled by claims that Nick Cassidy and Mitch Evans are rivals.
Jaguar Team Principal James Barclay has clarified that Nick Cassidy and Mitch Evans are not rivals but “great friends,” despite being title contenders in Season 9 and having a dramatic collision in Rome last summer. Cassidy’s move from Envision to Jaguar was a significant transfer during the ‘silly season’, leading to speculations of potential tensions within the Coventry-based team, although this has not been the case. Cassidy and Evans have praised each other’s partnership, with Cassidy currently leading the championship and Evans facing misfortune in the current E-Prixs. While possible future challenges may need to be managed, Barclay emphasizes the positive atmosphere within the team and dismisses any comparisons to Hamilton and Rosberg. He highlights the shared goal of aiming for a world championship and the importance of having two competitive drivers such as Cassidy and Evans.
