Günther finished P10 and set the fastest lap in the Monaco E-Prix, but said strategy calls “defined” a frustrating Race 1 for DS Penske.
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Günther says strategy calls “defined” tough Monaco E-Prix Race 1

Maximilian Günther admitted he felt “very mixed emotions” after Race 1 of the 2026 Monaco E-Prix, as DS Penske’s strong pace failed to translate into the result he felt was possible. The German started third and ran inside the leading group during the opening half of the race. However, his afternoon unravelled during the PIT…

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Günther hopes Qualifying pace can deliver points at Monaco E-Prix

Maximilian Günther heads into the Monaco E-Prix hoping to return to the points after another though weekend in Berlin. While the German acknowledged the team’s struggles throughout season, he remains confident that their strong Qualifying pace could provide opportunities around Monaco.  Strong qualifying pace gives hope for Monaco E-Prix  Speaking to Pit Debrief ahead of…

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Maximilian Günther reflects on a cruel Formula E Berlin E-Prix Race 2 where a late power cut wiped out his hard-earned charge to the front.
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Günther hopes progress “will be better in Monaco” after Berlin E-Prix Race 2 setback

Maximilian Günther produced one of the standout charges of Formula E Berlin E-Prix Race 2, only to see his afternoon unravel in the closing laps. After climbing from 14th on the grid into the lead group, leading the race more than once and setting the fastest lap along the way, the DS Penske driver was…

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Maximilian Günther says that a costly Pit Boost strategy denied him a Berlin E-Prix's Race 1 points finish, leaving him 11th at home.
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Günther reflects on Race 1 of Berlin E-Prix: “We couldn’t hold our position at the front”

Maximilian Günther came agonisingly close to a points finish at his home race, ultimately crossing the line 11th in an eventful Berlin E-Prix Race 1. The DS Penske driver showed strong pace throughout the weekend so far, but a strategic compromise during the Pit Boost phase ultimately cost him a result he believes was firmly…

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Taylor Barnard ahead of the 2026 Formula E Madrid E-Prix
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Barnard hoping for maiden victory ahead of 2026 Formula E Madrid E-Prix

The Madrid E-Prix weekend marks Round 6 of the ABB Formula E Championship, and before the action took place on Circuito del Jarama, Pit Debrief caught up with DS Penske driver Taylor Barnard in the media pen. Asked about his expectations for the weekend, the Brit optimistically said: “The expectations are always the same. Of…

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DS Automobiles announces its Formula E exit after 11 years, shifting focus to SailGP while celebrating innovation and racing success.
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DS Automobiles announces Formula E exit and new SailGP direction

DS Automobiles has officially announced its departure from the ABB FIA Formula E World Championship at the end of Season 12, bringing to a close an 11-year journey that helped define its identity in electric performance and innovation. While the decision marks the end of a highly successful era, it also signals the beginning of…

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Formula E Madrid Rookie Test
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Mahindra Racing and DS Penske confirm drivers for Formula E Madrid Rookie Test

Mahindra Racing has announced that Kush Maini and Théophile Naël will drive for the team in the 2026 Formula E Madrid Rookie Test. The single-day test will take place on March 22 at the Circuito del Jarama following the inaugural Madrid E-Prix, giving Mahindra another opportunity to improve its understanding of the M12Electro cars. Maini…

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DS PENSKE Formula E Jeddah E-Prix
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DS Penske frustrated after difficult Formula E Jeddah E-Prix weekend

DS PENSKE endured another frustrating weekend at the 2025/26 Formula E Jeddah E-Prix double-header, leaving with just two points. Taylor Barnard and Maximilian Günther finished Rounds 4 and 5 in P10 and P11, respectively, with Barnard securing the team’s only points. This result was not what the team or the drivers had hoped for, especially…

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After a tight Qualifying 1 session at the Formula E Jeddah E-Prix, Mortara took home pole for Mahindra Racing.
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Formula E | Jeddah E-Prix | Qualifying 1 | Mortara takes pole after tight battle with Günther

The stage is set for Qualifying 1 at the Jeddah E-Prix as Formula E’s first double-header weekend of Season 12 continues under the Saudi Arabian night sky. Following two practice sessions that showcased the 3km street circuit, drivers now face the critical task of securing their grid positions for today’s opening race. What happened so…

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