P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Porsche looked set for a podium finish in the São Paulo E-Prix, only for a strategic mishap to impact Wehrlein and da Costa.
Factory Porsche drivers Pascal Wehrlein and Antonio Felix da Costa expressed disappointment following the São Paulo E-Prix, believing a podium finish was within reach. Wehrlein claimed fourth place by overtaking Jake Dennis on the final corner, while da Costa finished sixth. Despite initially leading the race, Porsche’s strategy began to unravel as the competition intensified. Wehrlein’s pole position advantage eroded as Sam Bird surged ahead, leaving the Porsche drivers struggling among slower cars. Wehrlein acknowledged the team’s shortcomings during the mid-race phase, where missed opportunities cost them a podium finish. Da Costa lamented the race outcome, citing missed chances and the team’s need for improvement despite matching the leaders’ pace.
