Günther Tops Final Practice at Jeddah E-Prix

    Feb 15th, 2025

    Summary

    Maximilian Günther of DS Penske continued to showcase his prowess at the Jeddah E-Prix, finishing first in the final practice session with a lap time of 1:15.044. Following his victory in the previous day's race, Günther's performance emphasized his competitive edge in the series, setting the stage for an exciting race ahead. NEOM McLaren's Taylor Barnard and Nissan's Oliver Rowland closely followed in second and third, while Porsche drivers António Félix Da Costa and Pascal Wehrlein rounded out the top five.

    The session occurred under humid, cooler conditions after overnight rain, which altered track dynamics but did not hinder competitive lap times. Despite challenges faced by other teams, such as Andretti and Nico Müller finishing lower in the order, the top drivers successfully adapted to the changing conditions. With qualifying scheduled for later in the day, anticipation built for the evening race, promising an exciting continuation of the Jeddah E-Prix weekend.