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Maserati MSG Racing Faces Challenges In Jakarta E-Prix With Double DNF For Drivers
The Jakarta E-Prix proved challenging for Maserati MSG Racing, as both drivers, Stoffel Vandoorne and Jake Hughes, faced difficulties in the race. Despite promising performances in practice sessions, neither driver could finish the race. The team had hoped to capitalise on their strategies but encountered setbacks that led to a double DNF.
During the morning practice sessions, both drivers showed potential with strong performances. Jake Hughes topped Free Practice Two, while Stoffel Vandoorne also performed well. However, qualifying did not go as planned, with neither driver advancing beyond the group stages. The intense heat added another layer of difficulty, impacting performance.
In the race, both drivers started cleanly but struggled to gain positions. Their strategy focused on managing battery and tyre temperatures to make a late-race push using Attack Mode. Unfortunately, Jake's race ended prematurely due to a battery temperature alarm, which brought out the safety car.
Stoffel Vandoorne aimed to take advantage of the safety car period but lost control of his car and crashed into a wall. Although he was unharmed, this incident dashed any hopes of scoring points for Maserati MSG Racing in Jakarta. The team now turns its attention to upcoming races in Berlin and London.
Jake Hughes expressed disappointment over the weekend's outcome: "It was a disappointing end to the weekend. Both cars not finishing the race is never good to see." He acknowledged their pace was competitive but lamented not seeing their strategy fully unfold due to technical issues.
Driver Reflections
Stoffel Vandoorne shared his thoughts on the challenging conditions: "It was a difficult weekend, ending with an unfortunate DNF in the race with a big crash." He noted issues with brake failure and track conditions that were tough for Formula E racing.
Cyril Blais, Team Principal of Maserati MSG Racing, emphasised the need for analysis: "Both cars not finishing the race is never something we want... We need to fully analyse what went wrong this weekend." The team plans to regroup before tackling future races.
Maserati's Commitment
Maria Conti from Maserati Corse highlighted their approach: "Today, the conditions were challenging... We will take learnings from this race." She stressed their focus on improving performance in upcoming rounds and closing gaps with leading teams.
Maserati continues its tradition of producing unique cars known for style and performance. Their lineup includes models like Grecale and GranTurismo, featuring advanced technology and design excellence. The brand remains committed to innovation and luxury in automotive engineering.
Maserati MSG Racing has been part of Formula E since its inception and aims for continued success under Cyril Blais' leadership. They focus on sustainability and technical innovation while striving for excellence in electric racing.
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