In a display of impeccable teamwork, Jaguar Racing secured a stunning victory at the 2024 Monaco E-Prix, with Mitch Evans clinching the win ahead of teammate Nick Cassidy. The electrifying race, marred by two Safety Car periods, showcased Jaguar’s strategic prowess and driver skill, solidifying their position as contenders in the Formula E championship.
Evans Secures Victory, Cassidy Close Behind
Mitch Evans emerged triumphant, crossing the finish line a mere 0.946 seconds ahead of his teammate Nick Cassidy. Their seamless coordination and strategic maneuvering propelled them into the lead on Lap 11, strategically capitalizing on Attack Mode activations to maintain their advantage throughout the race. Cassidy’s gracious acknowledgment of Evans’ contribution, radioing in to express his teammate’s deserving of the “teammate of the year award,” underscored Jaguar’s unity and camaraderie.
DS Penske Clinches Podium Finish
Stoffel Vandoorne of DS Penske secured the final podium spot, denying his teammate Jean-Eric Vergne a top-three finish. Vandoorne’s stellar performance added to the intensity of the race, highlighting the competitive spirit among Formula E teams.
Daruvala’s Challenge Hindered by Technical Glitch
Maserati’s Jehan Daruvala faced adversity as his race was hampered by issues activating Attack Mode, causing him to lose valuable track position despite a strong start. Expressing frustration over the setback, Daruvala remained resilient, vowing to regroup for future races.
Mortara’s Misfortune, Mahindra’s Struggle Continues
Mahindra Racing endured another disappointing outing, with Edoardo Mortara retiring early due to technical issues, while Nyck de Vries managed a 12th place finish, thwarted by strategy disruptions caused by a late-race Safety Car intervention.
Championship Standings
Pascal Wehrlein maintains his championship lead, holding a seven-point advantage over Cassidy, with Andretti’s Jake Dennis dropping to third overall after a challenging race in Monaco.
Looking Ahead
With the Monaco E-Prix behind them, Formula E gears up for a double-header in Berlin on May 11 and 12, promising more exhilarating action and fierce competition as the championship unfolds.
2024 Monaco E-Prix results
| 2024 MONACO E-PRIX RESULTS | ||
|---|---|---|
| Pos | Driver | Team |
| 1 | Mitch Evans | Jaguar |
| 2 | Nick Cassidy | Jaguar |
| 3 | Stoffel Vandoorne | DS Penske |
| 4 | Jean-Eric Vergne | DS Penske |
| 5 | Pascal Wehrlein | Porsche |
| 6 | Oliver Rowland | Nissan |
| 7 | Antonio Felix da Costa | Porsche |
| 8 | Sacha Fenestraz | Nissan |
| 9 | Max Guenther | Maserati |
| 10 | Norman Nato | Andretti |
| 11 | Lucas di Grassi | Abt Cupra |
| 12 | Nyck de Vries | Mahindra Racing |
| 13 | Dan Ticktum | ERT Formula E |
| 14 | Taylor Barnard | McLaren |
| 15 | Sebastien Buemi | Envision Racing |
| 16 | Jake Hughes | McLaren |
| 17 | Robin Frijns | Envision Racing |
| 18 | Sergio Sette Camara | ERT Formula E |
| 19 | Jake Dennis | Andretti |
| 20 | Jehan Daruvala | Maserati |
| NC | Edoardo Mortara | Mahindra Racing |
| NC | Nico Mueller | Abt Cupra |
