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Former Shanghai E-Prix podium finishers Antonio Felix da Costa, Sebastien Buemi and Jake Hughes share excitement ahead of double header

Image credit: Instagram From the very first Formula E race held in Beijing to eight more races across four different locations in China, there have been a total of eight winners. Among them is Sebastien Buemi, who has claimed victory twice on Chinese soil. Now, the drivers have arrived in Shanghai for the upcoming double-header and have taken to social media to share their excitement for the Shanghai E-Prix. Formula E winners who went on to claim victory in China Sebastien Buemi remains the only driver with two wins in China—first at the Beijing E-Prix in Season 2 and then at the Hong Kong E-Prix in Season 3. In a joint post with Buemi, Envision Racing shared a special promo video with the caption: 'Shanghai Shakeup.' The video features snapshots of Buemi and the team, set to Kendrick Lamar's Not Like Us. TAG Heuer Porsche's António Félix da Costa, who won one of the two races of the Shanghai double-header last year, is feeling confident. Sharing a photo of his winning celebration on Instagram, Da Costa wrote in Portuguese (translated to English): 'RACE WEEK. Last year we went to Shanghai to get a cup! Let's try to get two this year. See you soon.' Fans were quick to cheer him on. One commented, 'Let's go with everything my dear friend. China will be very nice to you! You are the best champ!' Another added, 'Let's get it.' Jake Hughes, who finished second in Race 2 of the Shanghai E-Prix last year, also shared his enthusiasm. In a joint post with Hughes, the Instagram handle of Maserati MSG Racing posted: 'Double the days. Double the drama. We're racing into rounds 10 & 11 at the iconic Shanghai International Circuit for a double-header this weekend. With a podium in Tokyo behind us and an exciting track this weekend, we are ready to make Shanghai unforgettable!' Also Read: Countdown to Shanghai E-Prix begins as special trophies and soundtrack unveiled for Formula E double header Lucas di Grassi, the winner of the inaugural Beijing E-Prix, is also feeling optimistic about the upcoming race. He confirmed his presence in the city by sharing a glimpse of the Shanghai skyline on his Instagram Stories. As Formula E returns to Shanghai, will a new victor emerge in China? Get IPL 2025 match schedules , squads , points table , and live scores for CSK , MI , RCB , KKR , SRH , LSG , DC , GT , PBKS , and RR . Check the latest IPL Orange Cap and Purple Cap standings.