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Formula E CEO Jeff Dodds has made it abundantly clear that the all-electric series doesn’t want to become F1.
Formula E CEO Jeff Dodds emphasized the importance of maintaining competition in Formula E, expressing his determination to avoid replicating F1’s current lack of competitiveness. Unlike F1, which has seen limited competition and dominance by a single team, Formula E had seven different winners in 2023 and three winners in the first three rounds of 2024. Despite below-par racing, the sport featured seven different podium finishers in the opening rounds. Dodds believes that Formula E’s rapid growth is attributed to its ultra-competitive nature, making it the fourth largest fanbase in motorsport. Maintaining high levels of competitiveness is a top priority for Formula E to ensure continued fan engagement and growth, in contrast to the predictable nature of F1. Dodds highlighted the significance of close championship battles, with Formula E typically having multiple contenders up until the last race of the season, a stark contrast to F1.
