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After four months on charge, the FIA Formula E World Championship is back and Motorsport Week has you covered for everything you need to know ahead of the São Paulo E-Prix. Tag Heuer Porsche’s Pascal Wehrlein arrives in Brazil with #1 on his car and with every hope of successfully defending his World Championship, won […]
Pascal Wehrlein from Tag Heuer Porsche enters Brazil as the defending World Champion with car #1, aiming to secure another title after his dramatic victory in London in July. The competition is fierce, with drivers like Nick Cassidy and Mitch Evans of Jaguar TCS Racing hungry for redemption and eager to challenge for the top spot. Oliver Rowland, FE Driver of the Year, leads Nissan hoping to capitalize on the momentum from their successful Season 10 campaign.
New faces and teams add excitement to the grid, including American-licensed team Kiro Race Co and the iconic Lola name returning to top-level motorsport alongside Yamaha and ABT in Formula E. Notable rookies like David Beckmann and Zane Maloney join established teams, promising an intriguing season ahead. The São Paulo E-Prix at Anhembi Sambadrome presents a challenging 1.8-mile circuit with 11 turns and multiple long straights.
The previous race showcased intense battles and last-minute overtakes, setting the stage for another thrilling event. FP1 and FP2 kick off on Friday and Saturday respectively, leading to qualifying and the main race on Saturday. British fans can watch the action live on ITV4 and ITVX, with the weather forecast suggesting wet conditions that could add an element of unpredictability to the race.