Mitch Evans powered to his first victory of the season at the inaugural São Paulo E-Prix. The Kiwiwas joined on the podium in third by teammate Sam Bird after dominating on the fast Sambadrome track. The double podium has catapulted Jaguar TCS Racing into third in the teams’ standings in the ABB FIA Formula E World Championship.
Jaguar TCS Racing have made a remarkable comeback in Brazil at Season 9, with both drivers demonstrating skill and speed in the Jaguar I-TYPE 6, combined with a perfectly executed team strategy. Mitch Evans lined up third on the grid after a strong qualifying performance. Despite dropping back to P4 during the nail-biting 35-lap race, Mitch maintained a strong energy strategy and seized his moment to take the lead. Brit Sam Bird climbed an incredible seven positions to battle with Envision Racing’s Nick Cassidy at the chequered flag.
Sam rounded off the podium and also took home the TAG Heuer Fastest Lap accolade, providing him with an additional point. The dominant result puts Sam Bird sixth in the 2023 ABB FIA Formula E World Championship drivers’ standings, while Mitch Evans has climbed to ninth. James Barclay, Jaguar TCS Racing Team Principal: “We wanted to put on a great show for the Brazilian fans and we delivered just that, it’s a special day and one which we will enjoy celebrating.
