P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Current local and international forecasts do not paint a pretty picture for the opening race day of Formula E’s Tokyo E-Prix this weekend.
Formula E is facing a nervous wait for this weekend’s Tokyo E-Prix double-header due to heavy showers and strong winds forecasted for Saturday in the Japanese capital. The event follows a successful inaugural race in Tokyo last season, the first motorsport event held in the city, and is scheduled at the Tokyo Big Sight. Weather is expected to significantly impact the races, mirroring the recent unpredictable conditions in Monaco, with heavy rainfall predicted throughout the day, primarily during the scheduled race start. Wind gusts over 40 mph have also been forecast, adding an extra challenge for the drivers and teams. Critically, the forecast poses concerns regarding circuit drainage and performance issues faced by the drivers and tire supplier Hankook in severe wet conditions, emphasizing the potential risks and uncertainties surrounding the weekend races.
