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Time of India
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- Time of India
Nyck de Vries, Sebastien Buemi reflect on ending the season with podium finishes in London
Nyck de Vries and Sebastien Buemi (Image credit: Formula E) It wasn't just Jaguar TCS Racing's Nick Cassidy who held his top position in London. Mahindra Racing's Nyck de Vries also secured back-to-back podiums by finishing second in both races at the London E-Prix. His strong performance at the ExCeL Arena helped Mahindra finish fourth in the Formula E Teams' Championship and fifth in the Manufacturers' Championship. He was joined on the podium on Sunday by Envision Racing's Sébastien Buemi. Nyck de Vries on his second podium in London Nyck de Vries' double podium in London brought his season tally to three, having also finished second in Monaco. Reflecting on his second consecutive podium, de Vries said, 'It was certainly a very challenging race. Obviously, Nick [Cassidy] didn't want to get too low on energy compared to everyone behind, so he was making sure he stayed on the same energy level as us. That resulted in a bit of a concertina effect behind us. ' He added, 'I'm very pleased to bring home another podium and secure P4 for our team, because they've done an incredible job. To think that last year we qualified last on merit, and now we've come such a long way to finish fourth in the championship — this is a great effort. I'm very proud of everyone at Mahindra.' Sebastien Buemi on his third-place finish in London Envision Racing's Sebastien Buemi also earned his third podium of the season in London, finishing third behind Nick Cassidy and Nyck de Vries in Sunday's Round 16. In a heartwarming moment, his three sons joined him on the podium. Buemi had previously won the Monaco E-Prix and taken a podium in Jakarta. Speaking about ending the season on a high while many others were caught in collisions, Buemi said, 'In the end, it was important to not get caught up in those incidents. I think I was lucky enough to avoid them well. I saved quite a bit of energy at the beginning, and that basically allowed me to take Attack Mode properly. So, in the end, I'm very happy with that. It's good for the Teams' Championship, and it's satisfying to finish strong and score good points after a tough qualifying. ' Also Read: Nick Cassidy bids Jaguar farewell, celebrates with girlfriend Nathalia Soliani at London E-Prix afterparty At the end, Nick de Vries stood in eighth and Sebastien Buemi in twelfth position in the Formula E Driver Standings. Catch Rani Rampal's inspiring story on Game On, Episode 4. Watch Here!
Time of India
08-07-2025
- Automotive
- Time of India
Berlin E-Prix is special for Taylor Barnard, here's why
Image credit: Instagram Taylor Barnard has come a long way in just a little over a year since his Formula E debut. The 21-year-old NEOM McLaren driver is all set to compete at the Berlin E-Prix, the only circuit besides Monaco where he has raced before. What makes his return to the Tempelhof Airport Circuit special is the fact that he scored his first Formula E Championship points at the venue last year. He also made history by becoming the youngest driver in Formula E to score points. One year of Taylor Barnard's points debut at Berlin E-Prix The McLaren Formula E team revisited the day when Taylor Barnard earned his first Championship points in Formula E. Two throwback pictures from that day were shared on the team's Instagram page with the caption: 'This time last year: Taylor's first Championship points.' The first picture showed him still in his McLaren bodysuit and helmet, sharing a hug with his teammate Sam Bird after scoring his first points. View this post on Instagram A post shared by ColorsTV (@colorstv) Fans were happy to remember the day and praised Barnard for his journey. A fan commented, 'And this can only be his first victory or double podium.' Another said, 'Look how much more he's achieved in a year! Proper proud.' A third fan, hoping to see him win in Berlin, wrote, 'A win is coming soon!' Taylor Barnard's performance this season Taylor Barnard was a reserve driver at McLaren. He made his Formula E debut last year when he filled in for Sam Bird at the Monaco E-Prix and became the youngest driver to start an E-Prix at 19. He again filled in for Bird at the Berlin E-Prix, where he scored his first points by finishing tenth in the Part 1 race. He went on to finish eighth in Part 2 of the Berlin double-header last year. Also Read: Berlin E-Prix: From Oliver Rowland's World Championship win to Felipe Drugovich's debut, there's a lot to look forward to The 2024–2025 season is his first as a full-time Formula E driver for McLaren. This year, Barnard has secured five podiums and is still waiting to clinch his first win. He is fourth in the Formula E Driver Standings with 92 points. He is just six points behind Antonio Felix Da Costa, who is in third place. If he manages to clinch a win or a podium in Berlin or London, he could easily finish among the top three in the Formula E World Championship. Game On Season 1 continues with Mirabai Chanu's inspiring story. Watch Episode 2 here.
Time of India
05-07-2025
- Automotive
- Time of India
Envision Racing's Sebastien Buemi gets Nico Mueller's Jakarta podium after penalty is revoked
Image credit: Sebastien Buemi/Instagram Coming as major good news for Envision Racing driver Sebastien Buemi, the removal of a time penalty from the last Jakarta race has landed him on the podium. Buemi is now officially promoted to third place, while Nico Mueller, who had originally celebrated a podium alongside Dan Ticktum and Edoardo Mortara at the Jakarta E-Prix, has been moved to fourth. Sebastien Buemi wins third spot on the podium in Jakarta The five-second penalty initially handed to Sebastien Buemi at the Jakarta E-Prix for contact with Mahindra Racing's Edoardo Mortara was recently overturned following a FIA hearing. Due to the penalty, Buemi had finished eighth in Round 12 of the Jakarta race in June. However, the reversal has now reshaped the podium — much to Mueller's disappointment. According to additional footage from Envision Racing's roll hoop camera, which was not available at the time the penalty was applied, was reviewed in detail. Buemi had received the penalty for an on-track collision with Mortara. — FIAFormulaE (@FIAFormulaE) The FIA stated: 'The driver of Car 16 (Buemi) argued that the new element shows his overtaking manoeuvre was legitimate, that he was always in control of his car, and that when the slight contact occurred, he was fully alongside Car 48 (Mortara).' They further added: 'The driver of Car 48 agreed with the assessment and mentioned he barely felt the contact. Upon careful consideration of the circumstances, the Stewards find that no single party bears whole or predominant responsibility for the collision. Therefore, the Stewards decide to reverse Decision 12. As a result, the penalty (i.e., five-second time penalty and one penalty point) on Car 16 is removed, and no further action will be taken in relation to this collision. ' Sebastien Buemi's performance in 2025 Formula E season With this update, Buemi moved to 10th in the Formula E Driver Standings with 63 points. In addition to his newly awarded Jakarta podium, he also has one win this season, in the Monaco E-Prix during Round 7. Also Read: Nico Mueller happy with Jakarta podium but adds, 'It could have been even better with Jake' Buemi will now head to Berlin for Rounds 13 and 14 of the Formula E season. The Berlin double-header will take place from July 11–13, followed by the season finale in London at the end of the month. 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
26-06-2025
- Automotive
- Time of India
Formula E sees massive growth in TV viewership and social media, set to surpass 500 million by end of Season 11
Image credit: Formula E Formula E has witnessed a steep rise in audience growth across television and social media during the first half of the 2024–25 season, with projections suggesting the sport could surpass 500 million viewers by the end of Season 11. While the Mexico E-Prix was the most-watched race in the US, the Jeddah double-header set a new benchmark as the most-watched Formula E weekend in history. Formula E Season 11 races draw larger audiences than ever before According to the latest figures from Kantar Media, a record-breaking cumulative audience of 44 million tuned in to watch the Mexico E-Prix — Round 2 of the season held in January. It became the most-watched Formula E race in the US, with CBS coverage of the event reaching 11 million viewers. — FIAFormulaE (@FIAFormulaE) The Jeddah double-header (Rounds 3 and 4) drew 65 million global cumulative viewers, setting a new all-time high for a Formula E weekend. Meanwhile, the Monaco E-Prix (Round 8) delivered a 25 percent increase in viewership compared to the same race in Season 10. The Tokyo E-Prix (Round 9) also broke records in Japan, registering the highest-ever Formula E TV audience in the country — a 20 percent rise over Season 10's numbers on Fuji TV. Digital audiences have also shown notable growth. Data from Emplifi revealed a 13 percent increase in social video views and a 12 percent rise in engagement, underscoring the vibrant and interactive fan community that continues to grow around the sport. Jeff Dodds on Formula E's popularity Commenting on the surge in popularity, Formula E CEO Jeff Dodds said, 'The latest figures from our external providers are truly phenomenal and show the tremendous momentum behind the growth of our sport. They highlight that not only do we have world-leading technology and acceleration in the cars, but that it's producing some of the best, most competitive racing that both old and new fans can't get enough of.' 'We're building fan bases and loyalty in key and emerging markets, with Mexico and the US as prime examples of how our investment and long-term presence are paying off. As the world's fastest-growing motorsport, we know we can't stand still. We must continue delivering the best racing, the best rivalries, and the most inclusive events to maintain our steep growth trajectory and strengthen our community of electric super fans,' he added. Also Read: Dan Ticktum shares unfiltered pictures and a note after Jakarta win, mentions losing F1 chance: 'It wasn't down to my attitude' The current season of the ABB FIA Formula E World Championship began in Sao Paulo in December 2024 and will conclude in London at the end of July 2025. A total of 22 drivers from 11 teams are competing in Season 11. Game On Season 1 continues with Mirabai Chanu's inspiring story. Watch Episode 2 here.
Time of India
25-06-2025
- Automotive
- Time of India
'Unfortunate end to a good day': Nyck De Vries reflects on Jakarta race after contact with Jake Dennis
Nyck De Vries of Mahindra Racing has finally spoken up after his controversial race at the Jakarta E-Prix, where he received a ten-second time penalty for hitting Andretti's Jake Dennis just moments before the race ended. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Both were aiming for the podium, but the collision ended their chances of gaining any points or a podium finish. In his latest post on Instagram, De Vries summed up the race day and also mentioned his teammate Edoardo Mortara for his much-awaited podium. Nyck De Vries pens a post after Jakarta race Nyck De Vries shared a heartbreaking picture of himself sitting dejectedly with his back to the chicane. He wrote along with it, 'Unfortunate end to a good day. P3 in qualifying, leading the race, 6 seconds gap, 7 laps to go, forced to retire the car. Overall a positive weekend, a great podium by @edomortara and good performance all round. Proud of our team. Terima kasih (thank you) Jakarta.' His fans, however, refused to leave his side and showed their support in the comments section. One fan wrote, 'Terimakasih for trying your best Nyck. Rooting for you for the remainder of the season! We can't change the past but we can come back stronger! See you in Berlin.' Another said, 'You did great, Nyck! Keep your chin up.' One more fan commented, 'Man..... I was rooting for you. Come back stronger next year.' A comment also read, 'Nyck, you did super amazing and you will win 100% very soon. We wish you the best.' Nyck De Vries was among the top four and could have even grabbed a podium had he not made contact with Jake Dennis. Recently, Dennis told a reporter that he could have won the race had the incident not happened. Meanwhile, his teammate Edoardo Mortara secured second place on the podium at the Jakarta E-Prix. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Amid all the drama behind him, it was Dan Ticktum who went on to win the race — his first-ever Formula E victory. 'I'm feeling kind of disappointed for the team because I think that more was possible for us, but actually happy for me,' he said. Also Read: Nyck De Vries has one podium win this season, he took second position at the Monaco E-Prix last month. He is currently in 11th place in the Formula E Driver Standings with 56 points. The Mahindra Racing drivers will be aiming for more points in the upcoming Berlin double-header and the final race of the season, the London double-header in July.
