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Relations between the Porsche Formula E team and the FIA have become strained in the last 12 months in particular – and might not improve any time soon. That’s because of the latest flashpoint over an unseen incident in Monaco and a contentious order that may have cost Pascal Wehrlein a podium
The Race has discovered a hidden incident during Formula E’s Monaco E-Prix that may have cost Porsche’s Pascal Wehrlein a podium finish. The issue stems from a controversial decision by the FIA regarding a suspected yellow flag violation. Wehrlein was in fifth place on lap four, having taken an early attack mode. Despite passing Jean-Eric Vergne at a turn, he was asked to give up the position due to a yellow flag ruling. Wehrlein maintains he completed the overtake before the yellow flag. Porsche expressed frustration with the decision, as it was not reviewed by the stewards. The team’s project manager emphasized that they can only hope for fair judgment by the FIA. Elkins, the race director, was in communication during the incident.
