P1racenews AI automatic summary:
A last gasp overtake from veteran Sam Bird saw the Englishman claim NEOM McLaren’s first ever win in FIA Formula
Sam Bird used his experience and strategic maneuvers to win the race and surpass his former teammate Mitch Evans. Oliver Rowland’s impressive final lap secured him third place, while Jake Dennis’ strong performance earned him fifth place from 10th on the grid. Jean-Éric Vergne and Stoffel Vandoorne finished seventh and eighth, respectively, after a drop in pace. Max Guenther and Sebastien Buemi made remarkable comebacks to secure ninth and tenth places. Nick Cassidy, the title-leader, crashed out halfway through the race.
The race began with Evans taking the lead, but Antonio Felix da Costa quickly moved up to first place by lap three. Bird managed to pass Wehrlein early on, eventually overtaking da Costa for the lead after a Safety Car intervention. The race saw intense competition, with Evans eventually taking the lead from Bird on lap 28. The back-and-forth battles and strategic decisions made for an exciting race in Formula E. This victory made Sam Bird the second-oldest race winner in Formula E history, marking a significant achievement for the seasoned driver.
