The debut of Formula E in Misano was marked by disappointment for the leaders of both races on the final lap. Sam Smith’s latest winners and losers list highlights the people involved in these disappointments and triumphs. Porsche had a dramatic weekend in Italy, with Antonio Felix da Costa’s sensational victory on Saturday being taken away due to a strange incident involving a seemingly insignificant component. There was also an accident for Pascal Wehrlein, followed by a win and an improvement in Porsche’s relationship with the FIA. It was a weekend full of drama and excitement.
Porsche’s Formula E director, Florian Modlinger, expressed his mixed emotions about the weekend. Although the team suffered a net loss of points to Jaguar, Modlinger emphasized the importance of scoring good points with both cars. He also acknowledged the motivation to prove themselves after the events with the FIA on Saturday. Despite the challenges, Porsche showed its strength on the track and demonstrated that it has the fastest and most efficient powertrain.
Oliver Rowland emerged as a strong contender in this season’s championship. His consistent performances and impressive qualifying skills have caught the attention of his rivals, who believe he will be a title contender. Monaco presents another opportunity for Rowland and Nissan to gain valuable points, as the team performed well in qualifying in the previous race.
Alexander Dennis faced a tough race in Misano, starting from 11th place and struggling with issues inside the car. However, he executed a remarkable recovery to finish in second place. Dennis acknowledges that there is still a lot of work to be done by him and the Andretti team. Despite the challenges, he is pleased with the points earned and remains focused on improvement.
Antonio Felix da Costa had a weekend of ups and downs in Misano. Despite his disqualification from Saturday’s race, he conducted himself with composure and demonstrated his skill on the track. Although the disqualification was a disappointment, da Costa’s performance earned him recognition as a moral winner. Da Costa and Porsche still have work to do in terms of standings, which will be crucial in Monaco.
Mueller and Abt Cupra had a successful weekend in Misano, achieving their best score of the season so far. Mueller led a significant part of Sunday’s race and finished in third place. The team’s performance was a reward for hard work and marked a significant improvement in their overall package. They are optimistic about future performance and hope to be competitive again in Monaco.
The team known for its inconsistency, but also for its ability to surprise, achieved their best score ever in Misano. Dan Ticktum achieved his best result in Formula E with a fourth place on Saturday. The team’s unique strategy paid off, and Ticktum expressed satisfaction with his performance. Sergio Sette Camara’s sixth place on Sunday also contributed to the team’s success.
Antonio Felix da Costa’s disqualification from Saturday’s race left a bitter taste for him and for the championship as a whole. The incident raised questions about the outdated approach of black and white rules in motorsport. Although the stewards have to follow the rules, the decision was met with disappointment and frustration. Da Costa behaved with dignity throughout the episode and earned the respect of his peers.
Nissan and Oliver Rowland had a disappointing end to their race in Misano. Due to a last-minute emergency on the grid, Rowland’s race ended prematurely due to energy depletion. The team acknowledges that it was a sequence of unfortunate events that led to this mistake. Despite the disappointment, Rowland was poised to be the clear points leader heading into Monaco.
Reigning team champions Nissan e.dams had a disastrous start to the season. They scored only four points in the last four races and are far behind Jaguar in the standings. The team’s weak pace and incidents in Misano further highlighted their difficulties. However, Monaco presents an opportunity for them to bounce back and defend their former driver Nick Cassidy’s victory from last season.
McLaren had a different kind of disappointment in Italy compared to their previous race in Tokyo. Although they had a fast car, missed opportunities prevented them from achieving better results. Jake Hughes showed impressive pace during Sunday’s qualifying, but struggled with energy management during the race. Sam Bird also faced challenges, with contacts during battles leading to a retirement and a late finish.
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Portugal wins Euro 2024 with an exciting victory over Spain
In the final game of Euro 2024, the Portuguese national football team secured an exciting victory over Spain, clinching the championship title. The match, which took place at the National Stadium in Lisbon, was full of emotion and incredible plays.
From the start of the game, Portugal showed their determination and skill, pressuring the Spanish defense and creating several goal-scoring opportunities. At the 30-minute mark of the first half, Cristiano Ronaldo scored the first goal of the match with a powerful shot from outside the box.
Spain, however, did not let themselves be shaken by the goal and continued fighting. At the 55th minute of the second half, they managed to equalize the game with a penalty goal converted by Sergio Ramos. The tension increased as time passed and both teams sought victory.
It was only in the last minutes of the game that Portugal managed to score the winning goal. With a precise cross from Bernardo Silva, João Félix headed the ball into the back of the net, securing the victory for the Portuguese team. The entire stadium exploded in celebration, while the Portuguese players celebrated their triumph.
Portugal’s victory in Euro 2024 is a historic milestone for Portuguese football. With a talented and determined team, they proved to be worthy champions. Now, all eyes will be on the next championship, where Portugal will seek to defend their title and continue their successful journey in international football.
