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Time of India
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Taylor Barnard and Sam Bird bake special cakes ahead of NEOM McLaren's final race in London, watch the hilarious video
Taylor Barnard and Sam Bird As NEOM McLaren prepares for its final two races in the all-electric Formula E championship, the team is looking to end its journey on a high note on home turf in London. As part of a light-hearted send-off, lead drivers Taylor Barnard and Sam Bird took to the kitchen to bake helmet-shaped cakes, and the results were hilariously entertaining. Taylor Barnard and Sam Bird try their hand at baking McLaren shared the amusing video on Instagram with the caption, 'Presentation is everything…' and fans couldn't keep calm watching the two Formula E drivers attempt to decorate their cakes — with mixed success. 'The laughter after Sam's cake part fell off took me out,' said one fan, referencing the moment Taylor burst into laughter when a piece of Bird's cake collapsed at the perfect comedic moment. Fans flooded the comments section with their reactions to the video. A fan said, 'Never in my life have I seen two cakes suffer so much. I'm still trying to figure out which one is Taylor's.' Another said, 'Seriously, what is it? A helmet with eyes? A fish? A ladybug? A butterfly? A cake that just suffers?' One more 'I'm now singing the Shaun the Sheep theme song…' One more said, 'Well, if Taylor said it looks like Shaun the Sheep, it might be.' NEOM McLaren's Formula E journey NEOM McLaren entered Formula E ahead of the Gen3 era, taking over from Mercedes, and quickly made its mark — achieving eight podium finishes and a memorable race win. Rookie driver Taylor Barnard, the youngest on the grid, impressed in his debut season with five podiums and two pole positions. Veteran Sam Bird etched his name in the record books last year with a spectacular overtake that delivered McLaren's first-ever victory in Formula E. Also Read: London E-Prix 2025: Race timings, where to watch Round 15 and Round 16 Formula E race, weather prediction Known for their iconic papaya livery, the team will switch things up for their farewell by racing in a special one-off blue livery at the London E-Prix. Barnard and Bird have also unveiled matching blue and white race suits, developed in collaboration with Oxagon. 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
20-07-2025
- Automotive
- Time of India
Formula E's Driving Force program aims to guide 50,000 students amid need for skilled workforce in UK
Formula E (Image credit: Formula E) Formula E has several initiatives running under its sustainability campaign. Among them is a youth education program called Driving Force, supported by PIF E360. It aims to teach children between the ages of 8 and 18 about science, technology, and sustainability. The goal is to reach over 50,000 students worldwide by the end of 2025. All about Formula E's Driving Force program supported by PIF E360 The Driving Force initiative comes at a time when there is expected to be a massive demand for 200,000 skilled workers in the UK for green jobs by 2030, according to PwC. Driving Force helps students learn about clean energy and the environment. It also introduces them to role models from the fields of science and technology, helping them gain the knowledge and confidence needed to consider careers in these areas. These workshops use fun and practical activities to show how what students learn in school can lead to exciting real-world careers in racing, clean energy, engineering, and more. Driving Force workshops in London On July 16, over 90 students participated in Formula E's Driving Force workshop at Hammersmith Academy in London. The session was one of five workshops held at schools across London in July, near the London E-Prix race site in East London and Formula E's headquarters in Hammersmith. Earlier this year, similar workshops were also held in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, and Miami, USA, during Formula E race weeks. Julia Pallé, VP of Sustainability at Formula E, said, "A survey in 2024 of more than 7,000 UK secondary school students reveals a worrying downward trend in both their involvement in and their ambition to pursue STEM subjects — a stark wake-up call for educators and policymakers alike." "Teachers are being asked to make stronger connections between subjects and careers, but they need support from employers to do that effectively. Driving Force, presented by PIF E360, is part of the solution to help the education system deliver what our students and our green economy both desperately need to succeed,' she added. Also Read: Taylor Barnard overtakes Antonio Felix Da Costa in Berlin to claim 3rd in Formula E Driver Standings Other Formula E initiatives Formula E's broader social impact strategy includes several other initiatives such as FIA Girls on Track, the Better Futures Fund, and Inspiration Hour. For example, they recently participated in a beach clean-up near the site of the Jakarta E-Prix. Sustainable drinking water cups and similar practices are small but meaningful contributions by Formula E toward making motorsport as sustainable as ever. Catch Rani Rampal's inspiring story on Game On, Episode 4. Watch Here!
Time of India
18-07-2025
- Automotive
- Time of India
Taylor Barnard overtakes Antonio Felix Da Costa in Berlin to claim 3rd position in Formula E Driver Standings
Taylor Barnard This is 21-year-old Taylor Barnard's first full-fledged season as a rookie driver, and the NEOM McLaren racer has achieved what many of his peers couldn't. At the recently held Berlin E-Prix, Barnard put up a strong performance on the track, managing to surpass Antonio Felix Da Costa and take the third spot in the standings. With two races remaining, Barnard still has a chance to overtake Pascal Wehrlein for the second place. Taylor Barnard takes the number 3 spot in Formula E Driver Standings Taylor Barnard outperformed TAG Heuer Porsche's Antonio Felix Da Costa in Berlin. Da Costa, who had been comfortably sitting in third, has now slipped to fourth in the standings. Taking to Instagram to reflect on his Berlin performance, Barnard wrote, 'Reflecting on Berlin. Definitely a weekend of what could have been, but we scored good points across both races, closing the gap to P2 in the standings. An unfortunately timed SC on Sunday cost us the chance of going for the win, but we will maximise our efforts to go into London as strong as possible. How Taylor Barnard surpassed Antonio Felix Da Costa in Driver Standings Taylor Barnard finished fourth in Round 13 and sixth in Round 14 race at the Berlin E-Prix, collecting a total of 20 points. In comparison, Da Costa finished 10th and 8th in the two races, scoring just 5 points — enabling Barnard to leap ahead of him in the standings. Currently, Oliver Rowland has sealed the Formula E Championship title with 184 points. Pascal Wehrlein holds second place with 125 points, while Barnard trails closely behind with 112. A strong performance in London could be enough for Barnard to overtake Wehrlein and claim second place in the championship. So far this season, Barnard has secured five podium finishes — one each in Sao Paulo, Tokyo, and Shanghai, and two in Jeddah — though he is yet to clinch his first Formula E race win. Barnard will now race on home soil in London alongside his McLaren teammate Sam Bird. The duo will sport a new blue-and-white livery and race suits. He recently shared pictures of him in his London-special race suit and captioned it on Instagram, 'One city to go.' Also Read: Oliver Rowland's rise to champion: Rare childhood moments highlighted in touching video The double-header marks the grand finale of Formula E Season 11, scheduled from July 25–27. 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
04-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Sam Bird and Taylor Barnard meet fans at McLaren's London event featuring new livery, trophies, and race cars
Image credit: McLaren Formula E Sam Bird and Taylor Barnard recently took part in a major McLaren fan event in London on Wednesday. They unveiled their new blue livery for the upcoming London E-Prix in front of fans at Trafalgar Square, interacted with them, and signed autographs. The two drivers also shared glimpses from the fan gala on Instagram. England is McLaren's home country and fans from across the city visited the venue to experience the motorsport atmosphere. All about the McLaren fan event in London McLaren Racing Live was held for fans of the Papaya Army, who could visit the venue at Trafalgar Square for free. The fan zone featured McLaren drivers and other team members engaging directly with fans in an interactive event. Attendees could try the pit-stop challenge, take the Batak reaction test, explore interactive experiences, and test their skills on racing simulators. A McLaren Racing merchandise store was also set up at the venue. Fans also had the opportunity to see McLaren racing cars from Formula 1, Formula E, IndyCar, WEC, and the team's heritage collection. McLaren trophies were also on display at the event. A video from the event was shared by FIA Formula E's Instagram page, and fans who attended took to the comments section to share their experiences. One fan wrote, 'Such a great day seeing the new livery and unveiling of the cars.' Another said, 'Great to see you on stage today – loving the new livery too.' Taylor Barnard also shared a few unseen pictures from the event on his Instagram account. Reacting to it, a fan wrote, 'What a brilliant event. It was great to be there. Hope you enjoyed the day too.' Another added, 'You really killed it on stage, man.' What's next in Formula E in July The two drivers will now prepare for the Berlin E-Prix, scheduled from July 11–13. Barnard, who has secured five podiums this season, is still chasing his first Formula E win. Berlin is one of the few tracks he has raced on before. Bird, meanwhile, is also aiming for his first podium of the season. Also Read: Who is Sam Bird's girlfriend Jess Impiazzi? Know more about the actor who is always cheering for the Formula E driver They will then return to London for the London E-Prix, where they will race in their new blue-tone livery. The London double-header will mark the end of the current Formula E Season 11. 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.
