Latest news with #DSPenske
Time of India
5 days ago
- Automotive
- Time of India
London E-Prix Round 15 results: Nick Cassidy wins 3rd race of season 11, climbs into top three in Driver Standings
Nick Cassidy (Image credit: Instagram) It was Jaguar TCS Racing's day at the London E-Prix on Saturday. Fresh off his Berlin win, Mitch Evans started from pole but spun during the race and lost his lead. It was eventually his teammate Nick Cassidy who went on to win Round 15. The victory was even more special for Cassidy, who had announced that he would be leaving the team after the season wraps up on Sunday. He also pushed Taylor Barnard to fourth by taking the third place in the Formula E Driver Standings. London E-Prix Part 1 Formula E race results In a message to Jaguar TCS Racing after clinching his third win of the season, Nick Cassidy said, 'I take back every single little thing I said about strategy today because I got it completely wrong, and you guys got it completely right. It's an honour to drive for you. Thank you so much. That one was for you guys.' Cassidy was followed by Mahindra Racing's Nyck de Vries, who secured second place on the podium — his second of the season. He had started from the front row and managed to hold his ground. TAG Heuer Porsche's Pascal Wehrlein finished third, adding another podium to his season. He currently sits second in the Formula E Drivers' Standings behind championship leader Oliver Rowland. Maserati MSG Racing's Stoffel Vandoorne finished fourth, followed by Andretti's Jake Dennis in fifth. DS Penske's Jean-Eric Vergne came in sixth, while Mahindra Racing's Edoardo Mortara secured seventh. Envision Racing's Robin Frijns was eighth, Nissan's Norman Nato ninth, and Mitch Evans — despite starting on pole — ended in 10th after his spin. Championship leader Rowland finished 11th. Hits and Misses at the London E-Prix The race saw early drama when DS Penske's Maximilian Günther hit the wall right after the start, triggering a pile-up that also involved McLaren's Taylor Barnard and Sam Bird, as well as Lola Yamaha ABT's Zane Maloney. Near the finish line, Cupra Kiro's Dan Ticktum also crashed into the wall and retired from the race. Earlier, Ticktum had made contact with Mitch Evans' Jaguar, causing Evans to spin and lose his lead — ultimately finishing 10th. Also Read: Nick Cassidy to bid farewell to Jaguar TCS Racing after London E-Prix: 'It's been an incredible two years together' The London E-Prix Round 16 race will take place on Sunday at the same time. It will mark the Season 11 grand finale with championship winner Oliver Rowland also celebrating his victory along with the podium winners. For real-time updates, scores, and highlights, follow our live coverage of the India vs England Test match here. Catch Rani Rampal's inspiring story on Game On, Episode 4. Watch Here!
Time of India
17-07-2025
- Sport
- Time of India
Jean-Eric Vergne delivers podium finish in Berlin, and he's not the only one to bounce back after a bad day
Jean-Eric Vergne (Image credit: Instagram) DS Penske driver Jean-Eric Vergne finally clinched his second podium of the season at the Berlin E-Prix. The Number 25 driver had hoped to secure a podium position in Saturday's Round 13 race as well, but he was unable to finish the race. He is, however, happy with how things turned out on Sunday and has shared his joy at the podium finish. How fate turned around for 3 Formula E drivers at Berlin E-Prix on Sunday Interestingly, all three drivers — Jean-Eric Vergne, Jake Dennis, and Oliver Rowland, who failed to finish Round 13 in Berlin on Saturday had a reason to celebrate on Sunday. While Vergne grabbed third place on the podium and Dennis finished second, Rowland missed the podium but sealed his Formula E World Championship victory. Jean-Eric Vergne on winning his second podium of the season Jean-Eric Vergne started from 18th on the grid and put on a great performance to finish third in the Round 14 race. Sharing his experience at the Tempelhof Airport Circuit during the Berlin E-Prix weekend, Vergne said, 'I guess I took it a little bit easy at the beginning, it feels nice to be on the podium, especially after the bad luck yesterday. I think another podium yesterday would have been possible, so overall I'm quite happy with the weekend. It was a strong one, and the team deserves a little bit of a reward. I'm happy for the guys, it was a good race!' Taking to Instagram, the French driver shared a picture of himself sipping champagne on the podium and captioned it, 'Was good to drink champagne in Berlin.' His fans and friends erupted in celebration in the comments section and congratulated him on his podium spot. One fan wrote, 'So well deserved, my eagle. Congrats to you and the team!' Another said, 'Congratulations on the podium, Jean-Eric. Look forward to seeing you in London.' One more commented, 'Fantastic race!!! Congratulations.' Jean-Eric Vergne had earlier secured a podium finish in Shanghai, where he finished second in Round 10 of the Formula E season. He is currently sixth in the 2025 Formula E Driver Standings with 89 points. Also Read: Jake Dennis ends bad luck streak with Berlin podium ahead of London home race: 'It's more for morale' Formula E Season 11 now heads toward its grand finale in London, scheduled to take place at ExCeL London from July 25–27. 22 Formula E drivers, including Vergne, will represent 11 teams in the Round 15 and Round 16 races in London. Catch Rani Rampal's inspiring story on Game On, Episode 4. Watch Here!
Time of India
11-07-2025
- Automotive
- Time of India
Berlin E-Prix 2025: Pascal Wehrlein tops FP1, collides with teammate Antonio Felix Da Costa before finish line
Image credit: Formula E The Berlin E-Prix kickstarted at the picturesque Tempelhof Airport Circuit on Friday. The first free practice took place in the evening and ended with a dramatic collision between TAG Heuer teammate Pascal Wehrlein and Antonio Felix Da Costa. Wehrlein went on to top FP1 while Da Costa suffered damages to his car. According to Formula E, the incident will be investigated by the Porsche team after the session. Pascal Wehrlein and Antonio Felix Da Costa's collision during FP1 Pascal Wehrlein is number two in the Formula E Driver Standings with 103 points. He went on to set the mood for the Berlin E-Prix by winning the first free practice session on Friday. However, his contact with his own teammate Antonio Felix Da Costa during the end of the session at the start/finish straight left the latter's car smashing into the wall. Da Costa is number three in the Driver Standings with 98 points. Da Costa had won the last race in Berlin in 2024. He has won the Berlin E-Prix thrice and is the driver with the most wins at the Tempelhof Airport Circuit. Berlin E-Prix FP1 results In the FP1, Wherlein was followed by Mahindra Racing's Edoardo Mortara in number 2 position and Jaguar TCS Racing's Nick Cassidy in the third place. Cassidy won one of the two Berlin races last year. This season's leading Formula E champion Oliver Rowland of Nissan finished in the fourth position. Cupra Kiro driver Dan Ticktum finished fifth in FP1. He was followed by DS Penske's Jean Eric-Vergne in the sixth place and NEOM McLaren's Taylor Barnard in the seventh place. Andretti's Jake Dennis finished ninth. DS Penske's Maximilian Gunther who is racing in his home country finished ninth. Lola Yamaha ABT's Zane Malooney finished tenth in FP 1. Felipe Drugovich, who made his Formula E debut as a replacement of Nyck De Vries at Mahindra Racing, finished 16th in FP1. What's next at Berlin E-Prix Saturday will be a packed day with the FP2 in the morning, the Qualifying race around noon and then the Round 13 final race at 4:05 pm local time (7:35 pm IST). There is prediction of rain as well on Saturday. Rain is expected on Sunday as well when the FP3 will take place in the morning, to be followed by Qualifying around noon and the final Round 14 race in the evening. Also Read: Berlin E-Prix 2025: Schedule, how to watch Round 13 and 14 Formula E races, weather prediction The Berlin E-Prix will be followed by the Berlin Rookie Test on Monday, July 14. For real-time updates, scores, and highlights, follow our live coverage of the India vs England Test match here. Catch Manika Batra's inspiring story on Game On, Episode 3. Watch Here!
Time of India
30-06-2025
- Automotive
- Time of India
Berlin E-Prix: What's so special about this annual Formula E race
Image credit: Formula E Season 11 of Formula E is now nearing its close, with four races remaining across two venues. Next up is the Berlin E-Prix, scheduled from July 11–13. Berlin is the only venue to have hosted a Formula E race every season since the championship's inception, making it one of the most special events on the calendar for multiple reasons. It has been held annually without a miss since 2015, and its scenic venue — the historic Tempelhof Airport — adds to its charm. Here are some interesting facts about Rounds 15 and 16 of the Formula E season in Berlin. What sets the Berlin E-Prix apart One look at the Tempelhof circuit explains why the Berlin E-Prix is so special. With imposing aircrafts parked on one side of the barrier and a vast expanse of open space on the other, it's arguably one of the most picturesque tracks in motorsport. Formula E cars are second only to airplanes when it comes to reaching top speeds — hitting 322 km/h in less than a minute. The most distinctive aspect of the Tempelhof Airport circuit is that it was originally designed for airplanes to take off and land, making it a unique surface for electric racing. What's challenging about the Tempelhof Circuit? The surface of the 2.343 km-long Tempelhof circuit is composed of layered concrete slabs designed for aircraft operations. While it supports Formula E racing, it presents challenges in energy management, tyre wear, and grip. The hot summer temperatures in Berlin can further test the drivers. Despite that, the wide layout, long corners, and even an indoor tunnel make the track exciting and full of overtaking opportunities. Past Berlin E-Prix winners The Berlin E-Prix is a home race for DS Penske driver Maximilian Gunther. He won the event in 2020 and secured a third-place finish in 2023. The German driver recently expressed his excitement on Instagram. Reflecting on the Jakarta race, Gunther wrote, 'Didn't go our way this Saturday in Jakarta. Thanks for all the love, Indonesia. Now all eyes on Berlin – my home race.' However, it is TAG Heuer Porsche's Antonio Felix da Costa who holds the record for the most Berlin E-Prix wins, having triumphed three times — twice in 2020 and once in 2024. Envision Racing's Sebastien Buemi, Lola Yamaha ABT's Lucas di Grassi, and TCS Jaguar Racing's Nick Cassidy have each won the race twice. Also Read: Season 11 Berlin Rookie Test: Formula E teams announce nominations, eligibility rules explained However, this year's race may see a new winner, as has been the case in several recent Formula E rounds. Oliver Rowland currently leads the Formula E World Championship in the Driver Standings. Game On Season 1 continues with Mirabai Chanu's inspiring story. Watch Episode 2 here.
Time of India
28-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Maximilian Gunther's girlfriend Anaju Dorigon shares romantic post on special day, DS Penske driver responds
Image credit: Anaju Dorigon/Instagram Maximilian Günther's Brazilian girlfriend, Anaju Dorigon, shared a romantic post this month to wish him on Valentine's Day. She posted a few affectionate pictures of them together along with a heartfelt message. In Brazil, Valentine's Day is celebrated on June 12 and is known as Dia dos Namorados (Lovers' Day). It coincides with Saint Anthony's Day, who is known as the 'marriage saint' in Brazil. Anaju Dorigon wishes Maximilian Günther on Valentine's Day Sharing a picture with Maximilian Günther on Instagram, Anaju Dorigon wrote: 'Feliz dia dos namorados, mein Lieber' (Happy Valentine's Day, my love). Gunther responded in the comments: 'Te amo, meu amor' (I love you, my love). Dorigon replied sweetly: 'To the moon and back.' The first image, taken at the Monaco Grand Prix last month, was followed by more pictures of the couple together and a video of them sharing a kiss with the blue water in the background. Anaju Dorigon is also friends with Formula E driver Nick Cassidy's girlfriend, Nathalia Soliani, who commented 'Beautiful' under the post. A fan wrote, 'So happy for you, princess! You deserve all the happiness in the world!' Another added, 'Happy Valentine's Day, Anaju. I never knew Valentine's Day was on a different day in Brazil — fascinating! You two make a very beautiful couple.' Anaju Dorigon is an actor and former model. She is also a successful entrepreneur with her own brand of evening gowns and dresses. Having worked in several Brazilian TV shows and films, she frequently expresses her love for Günther and often accompanies him to races. Maximilian Gunther's Formula E career Meanwhile, Maximilian Günther recently topped a practice session in Jakarta but couldn't replicate the performance during the main race. However, the DS Penske driver did win his first E-Prix of the season in Shanghai. He now looks forward to his home race, the Berlin E-Prix, scheduled for next month. The Formula E season will conclude with the London double-header on July 27. Also Read: Who is Formula E star Maximilian Guenther's girlfriend Anaju Dorigon? Know all about the beautiful actor-entrepreneur Following the disappointing Jakarta E-Prix, Günther posted: 'Didn't go our way this Saturday in Jakarta. Thanks for all the love, Indonesia. Now all eyes on Berlin – my home race.' He is currently 7th in the 2025 Driver Standings with 71 points. Game On Season 1 continues with Mirabai Chanu's inspiring story. Watch Episode 2 here.
