Wehrlein Claims Pole in Thrilling São Paulo E-Prix

Pascal Wehrlein marked an impressive start to the 2024/25 Formula E season by claiming pole position at the São Paulo E-Prix, edging out Oliver Rowland by just 0.099 seconds. Wehrlein's lap time of 1:09.851 showcased his ability to excel under pressure, particularly as he navigated a challenging first sector. The qualifying session was intensely competitive, with Jake Dennis and Maximilian Günther securing third and fourth positions respectively, while Antonio Felix da Costa rounded out the top five.

However, not all drivers fared well during the qualifying rounds. Mitch Evans, driving for Jaguar, faced significant technical difficulties that left him unable to set a lap time, resulting in a starting position from the back of the grid. This disappointing outing for the reigning champions marked a challenging moment as they failed to advance to the qualifying duels. Wehrlein's performance not only set the stage for his title defense but also earned him the first three championship points of the season, creating a thrilling lead-up to the opening race scheduled for Saturday evening.