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Antonio Felix da Costa’s future was the storyline of the off-season, although he has since replaced Nick Cassidy at Jaguar, with Nico Müller taking his seat at Porsche.
Antonio Felix da Costa shared insights on his final conversation with Porsche prior to their official split, following a tumultuous three seasons together. After choosing to leave Porsche, da Costa made a switch to Jaguar for the upcoming Formula E season, a move that had been speculated for months before being confirmed by Jaguar in early October. Despite experiencing challenging moments in his relationship with Porsche, da Costa often delivered exceptional performances, showcasing his potential as a formidable force in the series. One striking instance was his victory in Misano following Nico Müller’s test with Porsche during da Costa’s tenure at the German team, although the win was later revoked due to a technical violation. Despite facing difficulties initially, da Costa, the 2020 champion, went on to achieve a series of wins between Berlin and Portland, solidifying the partnership for the past season. Despite some disagreements with teammate Pascal Wehrlein, da Costa and Porsche parted ways amicably, with the driver reflecting positively on their final conversation. In an interview, da Costa expressed satisfaction with the closure provided by Porsche and emphasized his focus on achieving personal success rather than seeking revenge against his former team.
