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Scot Elkins has been involved in Formula E for a decade but due to personal circumstances has decided to call it a day.
Scot Elkins has decided to step down as the race director of Formula E due to personal reasons, with Marek Hanaczewski set to take over as his replacement after the upcoming events in Jeddah and Miami. Elkins’ departure is motivated by family responsibilities, following the passing of his father in December, thereby concluding his decade-long involvement with Formula E. The transition of roles between Elkins and Hanaczewski will occur during the Jeddah E-Prix on February 14-15, ensuring a smooth handover. Benoit Dupont will then support Hanaczewski as deputy race director from the Monaco E-Prix on May 3-4 onwards, as Elkins steps into retirement and refocuses on his family and USA-based motorsport projects. Hanaczewski is excited for his new position and expressed gratitude towards Elkins for his leadership, mentorship, and friendship, vowing to continue the success of the ABB FIA Formula E World Championship.
