Formula E: Nissan and DS Penske Take Victories in Jeddah as Title Race Heats Up

Max Guenther (DS Penske) and Oliver Rowland (Nissan) stole the spotlight at the Jeddah E-Prix, which hosted Formula E Rounds 3 and 4. The debut of the fast-charging Pit Boost in Round 3 introduced a fresh tactical challenge, leading to two contrasting races. Meanwhile, Mahindra Racing showed some good performance in round 1 and were able to some points. The second Jeddah E-Prix was more difficult for Mahindra Racing. Edoardo Mortara, starting from P5, got caught in a first-lap collision at Turn 4, dropping to the back. Despite the setback, he fought back to P10, earning a crucial point. Meanwhile, Nyck de Vries struggled for pace and finished P13.

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Formula E Jeddah E-Prix Round 3: Race Results

Max Guenther led from the pole in Formula E Round 3, but the Pit Boost stop and Attack Mode activations reshuffled the order. This allowed Oliver Rowland to seize the lead, despite managing lower energy levels than Guenther. As the race unfolded, Rowland fought to maintain his advantage, but his energy deficit left him vulnerable in the closing laps.

The battle came to a climax on the final lap, with Guenther making a decisive move at the last chicane to snatch victory as Rowland ran low on power. McLaren’s Taylor Barnard delivered a strong performance, securing third place and his first Formula E podium.

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Formula E Jeddah E-Prix Round 4: Race Results

In Round 4, McLaren's Taylor Barnard made history as Formula E’s youngest-ever polesitter at just 20 years old. He led the early laps, but Oliver Rowland executed a strategic masterclass. The Nissan Formula E driver well-timed his Attack Mode activations while managing energy levels better than his rivals. He crossed the line with a commanding 5.844-second lead, securing a crucial win.

Rowland’s victory strengthened his Formula E championship campaign, as title contenders Max Guenther and Antonio Felix da Costa both retired. With a dominant Jeddah performance, Rowland extended his lead in the standings, making him the driver to beat in the upcoming rounds.