P1racenews AI automatic summary:
The Shanghai International Circuit hosted a Formula E double-header last weekend.
Formula E made a long-awaited return to China at the Shanghai International Circuit, raising eyebrows due to its venue choice far from the city. The track, primarily known for hosting the F1 Chinese Grand Prix, offered a revised layout mixing parts of the F1 circuit with a twisty infield section. Concerns were raised about the race’s energy usage and the track’s long-sweeping corners challenging the drivers. A software glitch caused a red flag during practice, adding a bizarre start to the event that clashed with other major motorsport races globally. Despite the challenges, qualifying at Shanghai was thrilling and set the stage for exciting duels like the one between Jake Hughes and Stoffel Vandoorne. However, the races themselves saw extreme peloton racing with slower paced and bunched up cars, leading to concerns and delays in announcing official results. Ultimately, while Sunday’s race provided a more rewarding spectacle with genuine pace, the opening weekend left questions on the overall success as Formula E navigated its China return.
