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The FIA Formula E World Championship sparked into life in São Paulo last weekend, and the debut of the new GEN3 Evo car did not disappoint. Our FE Editor Jack Smith was on the ground with the latest news and gossip. It never rains, it pours. And in Brazil, that was very much the case […]
Tropical-style storms in Brazil on Thursday raised concerns for race day, but the extreme heat and sunshine on Friday alleviated some worries. The track inspection revealed damp patches, but luckily the rain held off on Saturday, making for a smooth race day. Mitch Evans surprised everyone by winning from last on the grid, utilizing attack modes and capitalizing on red flags. Antonio Felix da Costa’s focus on consistent point-scoring paid off with a second-place finish, prioritizing championship strategy over risking it all for a win. Taylor Barnard impressed with a podium finish on his full debut, showing maturity and benefiting from team support. Oliver Rowland expressed pre-race anxiety about the Nissan team’s performance, highlighting the intense competition in Formula E.