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Several drivers raised concerns that Formula E races in the wet this season would be extremely dangerous with the current tyres.
Oliver Rowland has expressed concerns about possible Formula E race cancellations due to wet weather this season. Wet weather has not historically been a major factor in Formula E races, with only a few encounters with rainy conditions. During the season-opener in São Paulo, significant rainfall raised worries about racing on wet tracks using new Hankook tyres for the Gen3 EVO. The new softer tyre compound offers better short-term performance but poses challenges over race distances, especially in wet conditions. Drivers like Rowland and others have noticed minimal grip in the wet, leading to concerns about the viability of wet races this season. The wet second practice session in Mexico City highlighted the difficulties drivers face with the new tyres on slippery surfaces, with lap times significantly slower than in dry conditions. Rowland, while enjoying the challenge of wet weather driving, acknowledged the initial difficulties and potential risks of 22 drivers racing with limited grip.