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Time of India
06-07-2025
- Automotive
- Time of India
Berlin Rookie Test 2025: Cupra Kiro nominates GB3 champion Callum Voisin; Maserati MSG Racing selects Arthur Leclerc
Image Credit: Instagram Almost all teams have announced their nominations for this season's Berlin Rookie Test, which will be held just after the conclusion of the Berlin E-Prix. The test plays a crucial role in identifying rising talent in motorsport, giving them an opportunity to prove their worth and potentially be selected by Formula E teams for future races. The upcoming Berlin E-Prix will take place at the Tempelhof Airport Circuit on July 14 Berlin Rookie Test nominations To qualify for the Berlin Rookie Test, drivers are required to hold either a full E-Licence or a Free Practice Only E-Licence. Maserati MSG Racing have nominated Theo Pourchaire and Arthur Leclerc for the test. Leclerc had earlier joined Maserati as a Development Driver in 2017 and went on to serve as a Test and Reserve Driver in 2019–2020. He also participated in the Rookie Test in Marrakesh in 2019. Cupra Kiro has nominated 2023 GB3 champion Callum Voisin and Bianca Bustamante for the Berlin Rookie Test. The 19-year-old Voisin participated in the Formula 3 Championship and went on to win the Circuit de Spa-Francorchamps, where he claimed pole position and set the fastest lap. He is currently ninth in the Formula 3 Drivers' standings. On the other hand, Bustamante is a Kiro Development Driver and an F1 Academy race winner. Cupra Kiro Team Principal Alex Hui said about the nominated drivers, 'From his GB3 title win to some standout performances in Formula 3, Callum has a rare blend of speed, intelligence, and composure at the wheel – traits which make him one of the most promising young British drivers in motorsport today. Formula E presents a unique technical and strategic challenge, and we're looking forward to seeing how Callum approaches this opportunity. The Rookie Test is a vital platform for identifying future talent, and supporting the next generation is central to our long-term vision.' For the Berlin Rookie Test, Lola Yamaha ABT have nominated Alessandro Giusti and Hugh Barter. Mahindra Racing have nominated Kush Maini and Dino Beganovic for the test. Also Read: Season 11 Berlin Rookie Test: Formula E teams announce nominations, eligibility rules explained The Berlin double-header is set to begin on July 11 and will conclude on July 13. The Berlin Rookie Test will follow on July 14. Many previous participants have gone on to become Formula E drivers, such as Maserati MSG Racing's Jake Hughes. For real-time updates, scores, and highlights, follow our live coverage of the India vs England Test match here. Game On Season 1 continues with Mirabai Chanu's inspiring story. Watch Episode 2 here.
Time of India
27-06-2025
- Automotive
- Time of India
Season 11 Berlin Rookie Test: Formula E teams announce nominations, eligibility rules explained
Image credit: Formula E The Berlin Rookie Test is set to return this year, a day after the upcoming Berlin E-Prix in the German capital. All the Formula E teams are supposed to nominate two rookies for the test. The test gives young, aspiring drivers a chance to try their hand at the Formula E cars and impress prospective teams amid their quest to excel in the motorsport. Who can participate in the Berlin Rookie Test? The Season 11 Berlin Rookie Test is scheduled after the Berlin double-header on Monday, July 14. There will be two three-hour sessions during the test. Most of the teams have already nominated two names for the same, some of whom had also participated in last year's rookie test. For the rookie test, the Formula E teams can nominate rookies who have some experience with the Formula E machinery before they take part in the test. The drivers who have never taken part in a Formula E race and were not on the entry list in the previous season can participate in the test. Rookie drivers must hold either a full E-Licence or a Free Practice Only E-Licence in order to qualify for the nomination. They also undergo a training session on electrical safety to understand the functioning of the Formula E cars and make themselves aware of the technical and sporting regulations for the championship. They can only participate in up to two official test days. Nominations for the Berlin Rookie Test Andretti Formula E team has nominated their Reserve and Development driver Jak Crawford along with Fred Vesti. Crawford had participated in the rookie test last year as well and had finished second. Johnathan Hoggard and Zak O'Sullivan will drive for Envision Racing. Ayhancan Güven and Elia Weiss will drive for TAG Heuer Porsche. DS Penske has nominated Nikita Bedrin for the test, while Cupra Kiro has nominated Bianca Bustamante. NEOM McLaren has nominatedAlex Dunne and Ella Lloyd for the rookie test. Also Read: Formula E sees massive growth in TV viewership and social media, set to surpass 500 million by end of Season 11 The Berlin double-header will begin on July 11 and will conclude on July 13. The Round 13 race is scheduled on Saturday, July 12, while the Round 14 race is on Sunday, July 13. This is the second-last race weekend of Season 11, which will conclude with the London double-header on July 27. Game On Season 1 continues with Mirabai Chanu's inspiring story. Watch Episode 2 here.
