P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Nick Cassidy is the new championship leader after winning the ninth round of Formula E Season 10 in Berlin.
After winning the opening race of the Berlin E-Prix double-header, Nick Cassidy admitted he was “very lucky” to emerge victorious despite starting in 21st place. The race at the revised Tempelhof Airport Circuit was described as “insane,” with Cassidy acknowledging it was an unprecedented experience for him. Despite starting ninth and dropping back initially, Cassidy adjusted his strategy and managed to secure a significant energy advantage in the final laps, ultimately winning by nearly five seconds. Nick Cassidy has previously shown proficiency in peloton-style racing, earning him the nickname ‘Prince of the peloton’ after the recent victory. Cassidy credited luck for his win over Jean-Eric Vergne and Oliver Rowland, stating that his competitors are also very skilled racers. Post-race, many drivers expressed dissatisfaction with the peloton-style racing, with Cassidy noting that the Berlin race presented a unique challenge of avoiding trouble on the track.
