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Emerson Fittipaldi Declares Formula E a Rising Star in Global Motorsport

Simon Monroy by Simon Monroy
December 10, 2024
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Emerson Fittipaldi Declares Formula E a Rising Star in Global Motorsport
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Two-time Formula 1 World Champion Emerson Fittipaldi has voiced his admiration for the FIA Formula E World Championship, hailing it as a key player in motorsport’s booming global appeal. The Brazilian racing legend waved the checkered flag at the São Paulo E-Prix, kicking off Formula E’s 11th season, and expressed his belief in the series’ potential to capture an ever-growing audience.

“Motorsport is Growing Everywhere”

Speaking at the Anhembi Sambadrome, Fittipaldi drew parallels between Formula E’s trajectory and the explosive popularity of Formula 1, particularly in the Netflix-driven era of global fandom.

“I was at the Brazilian Grand Prix—it was sold out,” Fittipaldi said. “There was no room for any more hospitality centers or sponsor spaces. Motorsport globally is growing—from karting to the highest categories. Formula E is following this trend.”

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Fittipaldi added that Lewis Hamilton’s move to Ferrari in 2025 will elevate motorsport viewership even further, especially in Italy, where he currently resides.

“Italy will stop to watch Lewis driving for Ferrari,” Fittipaldi quipped, reflecting on how major shifts in F1 also benefit other racing series like Formula E.

“Formula E is Full of Talent”

Fittipaldi also highlighted the depth of driver talent in Formula E, emphasizing the challenges posed by the series’ unique electric cars and lack of telemetry, which place greater reliance on driver skill and intuition.

“Formula E is trying to keep the sport focused on the drivers. They are very good drivers,” Fittipaldi remarked. He praised the series’ format, which emphasizes on-the-ground adaptability in the absence of advanced telemetry systems, making the drivers’ feedback and skill pivotal.

A Bright Future with GEN4

Looking ahead, Fittipaldi expressed excitement about Formula E’s fourth-generation (GEN4) cars set to debut in 2026. According to Fittipaldi, the new cars are poised to deliver unprecedented performance.

“I was talking to Alberto Longo this morning, and he told me the GEN4 cars will be even faster—quicker than Formula 2 cars in Monaco. Very exciting,” he revealed.

Generational Shift in Motorsport

Fittipaldi’s enthusiasm for Formula E is also personal. His son, Emerson Jr., a budding racer, is aiming for a career in Formula 1 and recently tested in Barcelona. The elder Fittipaldi sees Formula E as an integral part of the sport’s future, paving the way for young drivers and fans alike.

“Formula E is bringing a lot of young drivers into the sport. My son, who is 17, is crazy to become a Formula 1 driver, and the opportunities in motorsport are only expanding.”

Formula E’s Role in Motorsport’s Growth

As Formula E pushes technological boundaries and attracts top-tier talent, it positions itself as a compelling force in the global motorsport ecosystem. With endorsements from legends like Fittipaldi and innovations like the GEN4 car, Formula E is poised to further solidify its status as a premier racing series in the electrified era of motorsport.

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