Dan Ticktum Shatters Records on Day 2 of Formula E Pre-Season Testing!
In a thrilling display of speed and skill, Dan Ticktum has stormed to the forefront of the Formula E pre-season testing in Valencia, clocking an astonishing lap time of 1:21.746 seconds that left his competitors in the dust!
The action kicked off with Edoardo Mortara initially seizing the lead, showcasing his prowess as drivers scrambled to establish their rhythm. But just one hour into the session, Pascal Wehrlein, the Porsche ace, snatched the spotlight, demonstrating the intensity of competition in this tightly contested racing series.
As the day progressed, the rookie drivers made noteworthy strides, with Pepe Marti making significant improvements alongside Ticktum. Reflecting on the previous day’s challenges, Ticktum stated that his car had not felt as comfortable as he had hoped. Yet, he bounced back impressively, moving up to sixth place in the morning session with a time of 1:21.933 seconds—an incredible leap from his lackluster 1:24s from the first day!
The excitement was briefly interrupted when yellow flags waved across the track after Oliver Rowland encountered a mechanical issue, forced to retire to the pits after a bolt snapped near his gearbox. The reigning champion’s misfortune added an unexpected twist to the session as he made the long trek back to the pit lane.
With the session underway, drivers had the opportunity to refine their race starts and engage in simulated racing scenarios, including navigating yellow flags and red flag procedures. However, Marti suffered a setback when he damaged his front wing during a practice run but quickly rectified the situation by diving into the pits for repairs.
As the clock ticked down to just an hour and a half remaining, the practice race concluded, paving the way for teams to refocus on their testing strategies. While some opted for longer runs to gather crucial data, the Cupra Kiro team pushed for speed, and their efforts paid off as Ticktum rocketed to the top of the time sheets.
In a fierce showdown, Ticktum’s remarkable performance was closely followed by Nico Muller, who shone in his new Porsche colors, clocking in at a stellar 1:21.927 seconds. With the competition heating up, Taylor Barnard and Mitch Evans also made their mark, proving that this season promises to be one for the history books!
Final Standings of the Day: 1. Dan Ticktum (Cupra Kiro) – 1:21.746 2. Nico Muller (Porsche) – 1:21.927 3. Taylor Barnard (DS Penske) – 1:21.959 4. Mitch Evans (Jaguar) – 1:21.980 5. Pascal Wehrlein (Porsche) – 1:21.998
The stage is set for an electrifying season ahead, and with Ticktum leading the charge, fans can expect nothing short of heart-pounding action. As teams continue to refine their strategies in the coming days, one thing is certain: the battle for supremacy in Formula E is just beginning!
