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Web Release
3 days ago
- Automotive
- Web Release
NEOM McLAREN ON PODIUM AGAIN AS DS PENSKE FINISH ONE-TWO IN SHANGHAI ROUND 10
NEOM McLaren Formula E Team's Taylor Barnard has once again finished on a podium, having crossed the finish line of the 2025 Hankook Shanghai E-Prix in third place. Meanwhile, Maximilian Guenther headed home a maiden one-two for DS PENSKE, as teammate Jean-Éric Vergne sliced by two cars on the last lap to seal the deal in the Round 10 race. Barnard had led, having sliced by the front-runners through the final chicane and away from the pack to the tune of almost two seconds on Lap 21 of 29. Oliver Rowland (Nissan), who currently leads the FIA Drivers' World Championship standings, had a lap's worth of that 50kW, four-wheel-drive ATTACK MODE boost over Barnard and made it by late on, but Guenther himself had 30 seconds over Rowland – enough for what was ultimately the race-winning move over the start-finish line on Lap 26. Barnard produced a storming move around the outside of Rowland to switch back up the inside of the Nissan a turn later at the chicane on Lap 27 for what looked like second spot, but late pressure from Dan Ticktum (CUPRA KIRO) opened the door to Vergne. The double champion produced his own wizardry to jump by Barnard and Ticktum for second at the flag and a first podium of Season 11, leaving that pair third and fourth respectively. Rowland finished fifth, just ahead of Nissan teammate Norman Nato, after being shuffled out of the podium spots late on. All that leaves Rowland maintaining his lead at the top with 171 points, with Barnard now second in the Drivers' standings (85 points), just ahead of TAG Heuer Porsche's Pascal Wehrlein (84 points). Nissan still heads both the FIA Teams' World Championship and FIA Manufacturers' World Championship tables, with Porsche in second place. NEOM McLaren are fourth in the Teams' Championship with 112 points. Taylor Barnard, No. 5, NEOM McLaren Formula E Team said: 'Honestly, my main emotion is that I'm a bit confused! I was sitting at the back for a very long time; I was quite good on energy but I didn't understand how the race was playing out. The team did a great job with the strategy because I came out of the pit lane in sixth so I thought, 'now I can fight!', but I need to look at the race after to understand a little bit better what's actually happened. I was really struggling with energy on the last couple of laps so I did my best in the last few corners. I'm super happy to get another podium, another 15 points in the bag.' Round 11 on Sunday, 1 June gets underway with just one Free Practice, followed by qualifying and the race. Fans can view the full race day schedule in their time zone here, or check the broadcast listings on our website for more information.
Indian Express
25-05-2025
- Automotive
- Indian Express
Kush Maini becomes first Indian to win F2, scripts history; Anand Mahindra hails remarkable feat: ‘Country stands tall with you'
In a historic moment for Indian motorsport, Kush Maini became the first Indian to win a Formula 2 race at the prestigious Monaco Grand Prix. Maini, 25, delivered a phenomenal victory in the Sprint Race for DAMS Lucas Oil. Maini's remarkable performance drew widespread praise, including a heartfelt message from Mahindra and Mahindra chairman Anand Mahindra. 'You are Standing Tall and the country stands tall with you. Kush Maini making history as the 1st Indian winner of an F2 race in Monte Carlo… We are proud to have you on our team,' the business tycoon wrote. See here: You are Standing Tall, @kmainiofficial and the country stands tall with you. Kush Maini making history as the 1st Indian winner of an F2 race in Monte Carlo… We are proud to have you on our team at @MahindraRacing — anand mahindra (@anandmahindra) May 24, 2025 Starting the Sprint Race from pole position, earned through Formula 2's reverse-grid rule, which inverts the top ten qualifiers from Friday, Maini seized the opportunity after qualifying 10th for the Feature Race. The victory was a personal milestone for Maini and a proud moment for fans. The Indian national anthem echoed across the iconic circuit during the podium ceremony, with Maini standing tall and singing along. Watch here: A post shared by GQ India (@gqindia) Currently serving as a reserve driver for the BWT Alpine F1 Team, Maini's breakthrough win at Monaco has significantly elevated his profile. It has also reignited discussions about a potential full-time Formula 1 seat shortly. The young Indian racer had an impressive campaign in the 2024 Formula 2 season, securing five podium finishes, including a memorable win in Hungary. His consistent performance was instrumental in helping Invicta Racing clinch the Teams' Championship title. Maini also made history earlier in the season by becoming the first Indian driver to secure a pole position in Formula 2, achieving the milestone at the Jeddah circuit. Reflecting on his current role in Formula 1, Maini told 'Being a reserve driver for the BWT Alpine F1 Team is an incredible opportunity, and a moment of immense pride for me and my family as it's been my dream to represent the Tricolor in F1. This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity, and I'm deeply grateful for the trust the team has placed in me. I'm excited to kickstart 2025 and continue this remarkable journey.'
Saudi Gazette
21-05-2025
- Automotive
- Saudi Gazette
Nissan Formula E Team secures podium at Tokyo E-Prix with support from Petromin & Electromin
Nissan Formula E Team delivered an electrifying performance at its home race in Tokyo, with Oliver Rowland securing both a victory in Round 9 and a second-place finish in Round 8. Rowland's weekend showcased his championship pedigree, a masterful drive in Round 18 saw him climb from sixth to first with a daring last-minute pass on reigning champion Pascal Wehrlein (Porsche), marking his fourth win during this season. This followed a strong P2 finish in Round 8, where he battled in rain-affected conditions after qualifying was cancelled. Teammate Norman Nato showed strong pace in practice and qualifying both days but faced challenges during the races to finish 15th in both rounds. The results see Rowland extend his lead in the Drivers' Championship to an impressive 77 points, currently sitting on 161 having taken four wins and three second-places in the nine races so far. Nissan Formula E Team returns to the top of the Teams' Standings on 172 points, while Nissan firmly retains its Manufacturers' lead with 225. Kalyana Sivagnanam, Group CEO of Petromin Corporation, praised the achievement: "Nissan Formula E Team's podium in Tokyo energizes our mission to drive innovation through motorsport. Electromin's partnership goes beyond sponsorship, it's about accelerating the future of mobility in Saudi Arabia and inspiring the next generation to embrace EV technology with confidence." Tommaso Volpe, Managing Director and Team Principal of Nissan Formula E Team, said: "What a special weekend! It's such an amazing feeling to perform so well in front of our home fans, and regaining the lead of all three championships at home is a great satisfaction. This success highlights the strength of collaboration. With Petromin and Electromin's support, we're proving that sustainability and high performance can coexist, pushing the boundaries of electric racing." As part of the partnership, Petromin hosted key stakeholders, including the brokers delegation, for an exclusive experience at the Nissan's Heritage Collection site, and Global Design Center, bridging Saudi Arabia's e-mobility vision with global automotive innovation. Nissan Formula E Team continues to showcase the potential of electric racing, combining cutting-edge technology, strategic partnerships, and a passion for a greener future. And with Petromin, and Electromin look ahead to future races as a platform to advance EV adoption and sustainable mobility worldwide. Championship Standings After Round 9: Teams' Championship: P1 (172 points) Manufacturers' Championship: P1 (225 points) Oliver Rowland (Driver): P1 (161 points) Norman Nato (Driver): P19 (11 points) Petromin Corporation Petromin Corporation is a leading energy and mobility company with operations across five countries and over 600 service centers. With a legacy of 50+ years, Petromin is driving transformation through sustainable lubricants, automotive services, and e-mobility solutions. Electromin Electromin, a Petromin company, is Saudi Arabia's first full-service e-mobility provider, delivering smart EV charging infrastructure with 100+ charging stations deployed nationwide. Electromin is a key enabler of the Kingdom's Vision 2030. electrification goals.
Observer
12-05-2025
- Automotive
- Observer
Al Manar Racing's Al Zubair eyes success on Zandvoort debut
MUSCAT: Al Manar Racing by Team WRT's Al Faisal al Zubair teams up with Jens Klingmann again to make his racing debut at the Dutch Zandvoort circuit at the second round of the 2025 GT World Challenge Europe powered by AWS Sprint Series this weekend (May 16-18) in the Netherlands. Fresh from winning the second of the two one-hour races at Brands Hatch in England two weeks ago that has firmly put the Omani and his German team-mate into early title contention, the pair again lay faith in the Al Manar Racing by Team WRT BMW M4 GT3 EVO as they chase Gold Cup honours. Al Manar Racing by Team WRT currently holds second place in the Teams' Championship, just half a point behind CSA Racing, and are third in the Drivers' Championship (41.5 points) behind Thierry Vermeulen/Chris Lulham (54.5 points) and Arthur Rougier/James Kell (42 points). Al Manar Racing by Team WRT currently holds second place in the Teams' Championship. Al Zubair said: 'Looking forward to the weekend in Zandvoort. Like the first round, it is going to be a very difficult track. I have never personally raced there before. Luckily, we tested there in March, so a bit of track time definitely helps. 'After a good weekend at Brands Hatch, we go straight to the second round here. We need to keep the ball rolling, keep it consistent and go for the points. That will be important at the end of the championship and that is the target for us.' Bronze Cup entrants bolster the Zandvoort grid to a record 41 cars and join forces with the Pro, Gold and Silver Cup entrants. This is only the third time in Sprint Cup history that the number has exceeded 40. The race weekend will also be shared with competitors in the GT2 and GT4 European Series and the GB3 Championship. Al Manar Racing by Team WRT are third in the Drivers' Championship (41.5 points). Competition for Al Manar Racing by Team WRT comes from the Sainteloc Racing and Tresor Attempto Racing Audi R8 LMS GT3, the Emil Frey Racing's Ferrari 296 GT3 and the CSA Racing and Garage 59 McLaren 720S GT3s. Free practice takes place on the Dutch coastal track from 10.20hrs on Friday (May 16) and precedes an hour of pre-qualifying from 15.10hrs. The first qualifying session fires into life at 10.0hrs on Saturday (May 17) and the first of the one-hour races gets underway at 15.00hrs. Sunday's action sees the second qualifying session start at the earlier time of 09.00hrs with race two getting the green light from 14.45hrs.
Saudi Gazette
06-05-2025
- Automotive
- Saudi Gazette
Nissan Formula E Team's stellar performance at Monaco E-Prix, securing a win, a second place and a pole position
Nissan Formula E Team delivered a stellar performance at the Monaco E-Prix, securing a podium finish in a race filled with high-intensity action and strategic manoeuvres. Oliver Rowland dominated the Monaco E-Prix weekend, winning Saturday's race and securing pole before finishing second on Sunday. After starting P2 in Sunday's race, he took the lead before halftime, maximized his Attack Mode boosts, and executed crucial late overtakes to seal his third victory during this season. Meanwhile, teammate Norman Nato progressed from 18th to 14th, showing a steady pace in challenging conditions. These results strengthened Rowland's championship position and Nissan's standing in the teams' battle. Earlier in the weekend, Rowland had excelled in wet conditions, earning his first pole of the season and finishing second in a chaotic race. Despite briefly losing a position, he strategically used Attack Mode to defend his podium spot, extending his Drivers' Championship lead to 48 points. NATO also made gains in his home race, climbing from 15th to 13th. Nissan retained second in the Teams' Championship and leads the Manufacturers' standings heading into their home event, the Tokyo E-Prix on May 17-18. Oliver Rowland, Nissan Formula E Team, said: "It doesn't get much better than first and second in Monaco! Yesterday, we timed the Pit Boost and Attack Mode perfectly for the win. Today, the second is still great, a strong weekend with victory and pole. I'll keep this momentum for Tokyo, our home race and a track I love!" Tommaso Volpe, managing director and team principal, Nissan Formula E Team, said: "It's special to have such a successful weekend during the first-ever double-header here in Monaco. Oli capitalized on our Attack Mode and Pit Boost strategies to ensure the win on Saturday. Today, we were delighted to take pole and a second-place finish, he was flying throughout qualifying. The whole team is looking forward to Tokyo, striving for an even better result at our home race."Looking ahead, the team aims to build on this momentum as they prepare for the next round of the championship, striving for even greater success in the coming Sivagnanam, GCEO of Petromin Corporation, added: 'Formula E represents the future of motorsport, and our collaboration with Nissan allows us to showcase our commitment to innovation, efficiency, and sustainability.'With Monaco now behind them, Nissan Formula E Team and Electromin look ahead to the next challenge, determined to further cement their presence on the championship stage.
