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Jean-Eric Vergne has “absolutely no regrets” about missing out on victory in the first race of the Berlin E-Prix doubleheader, but was less than happy about how the race itself played out. The DS P…
Jean-Eric Vergne expressed having “absolutely no regrets” about missing out on victory in the first race of the Berlin E-Prix doubleheader, despite a strong performance. He started third on the grid and was in contention for the win throughout the race, ultimately finishing second to Nick Cassidy. Vergne acknowledged Cassidy’s energy-saving strategy that allowed him to make a remarkable comeback from 21st to win. However, Vergne criticized the trend of “peloton races” where drivers conserve energy early on, leading to tight pack races and multiple passes, stating that he, and many other drivers, dislike this style of racing. Despite Cassidy’s success, Vergne stated he would not adopt a similar strategy for the next race, emphasizing the importance of a good qualifying position. Despite finishing second, Vergne felt proud of his team’s performance and strategy, especially considering the challenging circumstances during the race.
