P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Antonio Felix da Costa inherited victory in the opening race of the Portland E-Prix double-header.
Antonio Felix da Costa claimed his third victory in the last four races at the chaotic opening race of the Portland E-Prix double-header. Mitch Evans initially crossed the line in first but received a five-second time penalty for colliding with Jake Hughes, pushing him to eighth place. Evans’ penalty benefited da Costa, who inherited the win and saw his championship rivals encounter setbacks. Pascal Wehrlein finished P10 under investigation, while Nick Cassidy, the championship leader, spun out of the lead in a surprising turn of events. The race was full of unpredictable twists, with drivers constantly jostling for position and energy preservation playing a crucial role. Ultimately, da Costa emerged victorious in a fiercely competitive race, solidifying his position as a top contender in the championship standings.
