Karishma Persad, Author at Motorsport | Pit Debrief

Edoardo Mortara of Mahindra at the 2025 Formula E Berlin E-Prix

“It has been a very positive day for me, for the team” — Mortara on Formula E podium in Berlin

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Edoardo Mortara has gathered significant momentum in his Formula E campaign following a second consecutive podium finish, achieved under the complex Berlin E-Prix conditions at the Tempelhof Airport Street Circuit. With a season that has seen mixed fortunes for both driver and team, the recent results mark a critical turning point and serve as validation…

Nissan Formula E Team at the 2025 Berlin E-Prix

Tough day for Nissan in Berlin as Rowland retires and Sette Câmara finishes P15

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Nissan Formula E Team endured a challenging start to the Berlin double-header weekend at the Tempelhof Airport Street Circuit, as Round 13 of the 2024/25 ABB FIA Formula E World Championship unfolded under difficult wet conditions. While Oliver Rowland’s race ended prematurely following late contact, debutant Sérgio Sette Câmara completed his first full E-Prix with…

David Beckmann at the Formula E Berlin E-Prix

Exclusive: Beckmann “feeling really good” ahead of Formula E weekend in Berlin

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As the ABB FIA Formula E World Championship makes its annual return to the unique and historic Tempelhof Airport Street Circuit, Germany’s David Beckmann stands poised to capitalise on familiar surroundings and local support. The Berlin E-Prix not only serves as a symbolic homecoming for the 24-year-old Cupra Kiro driver, but also represents an opportunity…

Roman Bilinski of Rodin Motorsport at the 2025 Silverstone F3 Round at the British GP

Bilinski aiming to “keep up these points scoring results” after difficult 2025 F3 British GP weekend

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Roman Bilinski’s F3 weekend at the 2025 British GP did not go entirely to plan, but the British-Polish driver and his Rodin Motorsport team did well to salvage points despite the chaotic conditions on Sunday. Starting from 16th on the grid, Bilinski surged through the pack, finishing an impressive fourth by the chequered flag. His…

Clive Hatton and Formula 2 driver Luke Browning of Hitech at the 2025 British GP in Silverstone

Hatton pleased with F2 Feature Race recovery after “big disappointment” in Friday Qualifying at the British GP

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After a tough Qualifying session left Dino Beganovic in eighth and Luke Browning down in 12th for the Silverstone weekend, Hitech TGR were faced with a challenging couple of races. However, the British team bounced back strongly, with both drivers showing grit and determination to carve their way through the field, thanks to strategic decision-making…

SHANGHAI, CHINA - MAY 31: David Beckmann of Germany and CUPRA KIRO looks on from his car during qualifying, ahead of the Shanghai E-Prix, Round 10 of the 2025 FIA Formula E World Championship at Shanghai International Circuit on May 31, 2025 in Shanghai, China. Beckmann spoke to the media ahead of the Formula E weekend in Berlin.

“If we keep the momentum up, we will do good and deliver good results” — David Beckmann chasing Formula E points at a “very exciting” Berlin E-Prix

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As the ABB FIA Formula E World Championship returns to Berlin for its historic annual appearance, Cupra Kiro driver David Beckmann prepares for what promises to be a milestone moment in his career. The German driver, who joined the team alongside Dan Ticktum, is looking to make a strong impression at his home race, both…

SHANGHAI, CHINA - MAY 31: Lola Yamaha ABT Formula E Team members push the number 11 car of Lucas di Grassi of Brazil and Lola Yamaha ABT Formula E Team in the Pitlane during qualifying, ahead of the Shanghai E-Prix, Round 10 of the 2025 FIA Formula E World Championship at Shanghai International Circuit on May 31, 2025 in Shanghai, China. Lucas di Grassi discussed the value of Formula E ahead of the Berlin Rookie Test.

Exclusive: Berlin Rookie Test “important to give the young drivers some opportunities” — Lucas di Grassi

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As Formula E gears up for the 2025 Berlin Rookie Test on Monday 14 July, veteran racer and former champion Lucas di Grassi has shared insight into its importance—not just for young drivers, but for the wider motorsport industry. The test, held at the Tempelhof Airport Street Circuit immediately following the Berlin double-header, offers a…

JAKARTA, INDONESIA - JUNE 21: Lucas di Grassi of Brazil and Lola Yamaha ABT Formula E Team looks on in the Pitlane during qualifying, ahead of the Jakarta E-Prix, Round 12 of the 2025 FIA Formula E World Championship at Jakarta International e-Prix Circuit on June 21, 2025 in Jakarta, Indonesia. Di Grassi is aiming for points in Berlin at the Formula E weekend.

Exclusive: Di Grassi hoping for “a little bit of chaos” at the Berlin E-Prix as he aims to add to his Formula E points tally

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Despite his decorated legacy in Formula E, including a championship title in the 2016–2017 season, Lucas di Grassi has struggled to make an impact in 2024–2025. Now racing with the newly formed Lola Yamaha ABT Formula E Team, the Brazilian veteran enters the Berlin E-Prix weekend 17th in the standings, with only 30 points scored….

JAKARTA, INDONESIA - JUNE 21: Race winner Dan Ticktum of Great Britain and CUPRA KIRO celebrates with his team on the podium during the Jakarta E-Prix, Round 12 of the 2025 FIA Formula E World Championship at Jakarta International e-Prix Circuit on June 21, 2025 in Jakarta, Indonesia. Ticktum hopes to continue his streak of strong performances at the Formula E Berlin rounds.

Points “very possible” at Berlin E-Prix — Ticktum expecting “quite strong” performance from Cupra Kiro in penultimate Formula E weekend

Karishma Persad3 weeks ago3 weeks ago014 mins

After claiming his maiden Formula E win in Jakarta, Cupra Kiro driver Dan Ticktum enters the 2025 Berlin E-Prix weekend with renewed optimism as the team continues to build on a solid run of performances. With a package that appears well-suited to the demands of the unique Tempelhof circuit, the British racer believes that another…

Ahead of the Berlin E-Prix, Zane Maloney of Lola Yamaha ABT identified Shanghai as a favourite circuit in his rookie Formula E season.

Exclusive: “A good start to the year” – Maloney reflects on rookie Formula E season, targets breakthrough in Berlin

Karishma Persad3 weeks ago3 weeks ago015 mins

After completing the 2023 and 2024 Berlin rookie tests with Andretti, Zane Maloney returns to the Tempelhof Airport Street Circuit as a fully-fledged Formula E driver with Lola Yamaha ABT. The Berlin E-Prix will mark the penultimate weekend of Maloney’s rookie Formula E campaign, following his step up from Formula 2 ahead of the 2024–2025…