P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Formula E’s 2025-26 opener clashed with F1’s closest title decider in over a decade. It can’t afford for its all important Gen4 era kick-off to do the same – but it looks like that might happen
“Formula E experienced a tumultuous race in Sao Paulo last Saturday, with intense racing and a dramatic crash that fortunately left the driver unscathed, making it a success.
Pepe Marti added to the excitement by using a fire extinguisher to put out the fire on his crashed Kiro Porsche 99X Electric.
Technical issues caused the cancellation of free practice one, creating frustration among fans and insiders until the problem was resolved.
Despite the challenges, Formula E CEO Jeff Dodds remained optimistic, mentioning increased pre-race engagement compared to previous years.
The overlap with Formula 1’s title fight also brought attention to motorsport in general, with mixed reactions from fans regarding the coinciding events.
Ultimately, Formula E faced obstacles but managed to overcome them, setting the stage for an eventful season ahead.”
