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The debut for Formula E in Jeddah provided a debut for Pit Boost, the emergence of a new UK star and the complete flipping on its head of the title race. Motorsport Monday was in Saudi Arabia for all the news and gossip.
The Formula E Editor at Motorsport Week has noticed that Dan Ticktum is not accurately portrayed by non-endemic Formula E viewers. Ticktum’s past in the F1 feeder series and some controversial radio outbursts have labeled him as a “bad boy,” with his recent expletive-filled rant in Jeddah fueling this image. Despite expressing frustration during a race, Ticktum clarified that his anger was directed at the circumstances, not his team. Ticktum, known for being courteous and friendly in interviews, acknowledges the pressure but remains confident in delivering his best performance for Cupra Kiro. Jamie Chadwick and Tatiana Calderon participated in the rookie test, with Calderon optimistic about the future of female drivers in Formula E. Taylor Barnard demonstrated Nissan powertrain’s strength with a third place finish, surprising himself with his early success in the season. Barnard expressed his intention to qualify better for Race 2, highlighting the competitive nature of the series.