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Bird: Imminent Formula E victories "not expected again" ahead of Tokyo E-Prix
British driver Sam Bird secured his first Formula E victory in over two years at the Sao Paulo E-Prix, making it McLaren’s first win in the championship. Despite this success, Bird downplayed expectations of consistent wins in upcoming races, emphasizing the competitive field in Formula E. He acknowledged that while podium finishes were anticipated, winning races was not a certainty for McLaren this season. Bird’s win in Brazil elevated him to sixth in the standings, 20 points behind championship leader Nick Cassidy. Team principal Ian James highlighted the challenges ahead at the first Formula E race in Japan, emphasizing the need to remain focused and adaptable on the new track in Tokyo. Despite the recent victory, McLaren is striving for continuous improvement without expecting easy wins, focusing on consistent performance to remain competitive in the series.
