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Jean-Eric Vergne equalled Sebastien Buemi’s record of 16 Formula E pole positions after defeating Oliver Rowland in the final of the Head-to-Head qualifying Duels in Shanghai. The DS Penske d…
Jean-Eric Vergne matched Sebastien Buemi’s record by securing his 16th Formula E pole position in Shanghai after winning against Oliver Rowland in the final of the Head-to-Head qualifying Duels. Vergne’s time of 1m 13.323 in the Final was the fastest lap of the qualifying, narrowly beating Rowland by 0.038s. Despite Rowland being quicker in some sectors, Vergne’s performance in the first sector secured his victory. Prior to the final, Vergne triumphed over da Costa and Wehrlein, while Rowland defeated Nato and Evans. The grid will see Vergne and Rowland on the front row, followed by Evans and Wehrlein, with a competitive line-up including da Costa, Vandoorne, Frijns, and Cassidy. Buemi will start 12th, with Mueller and di Grassi completing the eighth row, showcasing the depth of talent in the grid.
