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Oliver Rowland has revealed the unique reason why he may waive the right to carry the coveted #1 on his car as defending Formula E champion next season.
Oliver Rowland may waive the right to carry the #1 on his car as defending Formula E champion due to Nissan’s affiliation with the number 23, which currently adorns his car.
Rowland clinched the title with 184 points and 4 wins in the 16-race schedule, kicking off the new season in Sao Paulo on December 6.
While Rowland has the right to boast #1, it holds significance for Nissan due to the number 23’s special ties in Japanese culture.
Discussions with the Nissan hierarchy will determine whether Rowland will keep #23 or switch to #1.
Rowland has considered passing the #23 to team-mate Norman Nato, who holds #17 as a tribute to Jules Bianchi, but a decision is pending.
Stay tuned for updates as Rowland and Nissan decide on the car number for the upcoming Formula E season.
