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Vergne and Vandoorne to prioritise Formula E should calendar clash with WEC
Vergne and Vandoorne have been confirmed as DS Penske’s driver lineup for the second season of the Gen3 era in both Formula E and the WEC’s Peugeot Hypercar program. However, there is a conflict between the schedules of Formula E and the WEC, with three races overlapping. This will force many drivers on the grid to make a difficult decision. The Formula E race scheduled for February 24 clashes with the WEC’s prologue event in Qatar. The Berlin E-Prix and the Six Hours of Spa on May 11, as well as the Jakarta E-Prix and the Le Mans 24 Hours test day, are also set to clash. Last season, André Lotterer chose to miss the Jakarta double-header to attend the Le Mans test day, a decision that may be faced by other drivers this season. The Formula E calendar is still provisional and will be discussed by the FIA World Motor Sport Council on October 19. Both Vergne and Vandoorne hope that a solution can be found to avoid these clashes. However, if a solution cannot be found, both drivers will prioritize their Formula E commitments.
Source: Motorsport Week
