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The newly renamed Kiro Race Co team appeared to have its line-up for the 2024-25 Formula E season nailed on. But while Dan Ticktum’s place is secure, the second seat is suddenly up in the air. Sam Smith explains that last-minute twist
Porsche reserve driver David Beckmann is set to test for the newly renamed Kiro Race Co team at Valencia next month as a potential replacement for Sergio Sette Camara. The team, now under new ownership, is looking to secure a driver alongside Dan Ticktum for next season. Recent talks with former Nissan driver Sacha Fenestraz have ended, with Fenestraz likely to pursue endurance racing or Super GT next season. Kiro is exploring the possibility of signing a Porsche-affiliated driver, such as Beckmann or 2023 DTM champion Thomas Preining. Porsche Formula E motorsport director Florian Modlinger mentioned that the final decision on the driver selection rests with Kiro. The team has not commented on its driver selection yet, with the deadline for nominating drivers for the 2024-25 season being November 15. Beckmann, who debuted in Formula E in 2023, has been a reserve driver for Porsche and Andretti but has made only a few race appearances since then.
