P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Mitch Evans topped the opening practice session of the Sao Paulo E-Prix, as Jaguar TCS Racing dominated a sweltering 30-minute session. Evans’ best time of 1m12.555s was 0.221s quicker than teammat…
Mitch Evans led the way in the first practice session of the Sao Paulo E-Prix, with Jaguar TCS Racing showing strong performance in the intense heat. Evans set the pace with a time of 1m12.555s, ahead of teammate Nick Cassidy in second place. The dominance of Jaguar was evident, as they were the only drivers to dip below the 1m13s mark. Other teams like Mahindra Racing and TAG Heuer Porsche also showcased competitive speed, with Edorardo Mortara and Pascal Wehrlein claiming top five spots. The session saw a close battle for positions throughout the field, with reigning champion Jake Dennis finishing in 13th place. The tight competition culminated in all 20 cars being separated by less than a second and a half, setting the stage for an exciting race ahead.