Excitement is building as the Formula E rookie practice session looms large next week in Miami, promising a spectacle of emerging talent and bold ambitions! Leading the charge are IndyCar rookie sensation Dennis Hauger and former Formula 1 prodigy Théo Pourchaire, both of whom are set to make waves during this crucial 40-minute practice at the iconic Hard Rock Stadium.
Scheduled for next Friday, this session is exclusively designed for rookie drivers eager to showcase their skills ahead of the thrilling Miami E-Prix, the third round of the riveting Formula E season. In a thrilling twist, teams have been granted the opportunity to utilize both of their cars, a departure from the previous regulations that allowed only one. However, it’s Nissan that stands out, fielding two drivers in this 11-strong lineup.
Hauger, the reigning Indy NXT champion, is stealing the spotlight as he gears up to drive for the prestigious Andretti team, marking an electrifying prelude to his IndyCar debut slated for early March. The 22-year-old Norwegian, who previously raced for Andretti Global in the IndyCar feeder series, has secured a seat at Dale Coyne Racing, thanks to a strategic technical alliance with Andretti. Notably, this won’t be Hauger’s first foray into Formula E; he previously tested for Porsche during the 2024 Berlin rookie test, adding valuable experience to his resume.
Meanwhile, Pourchaire, the 2023 Formula 2 champion, boasts the most Formula E experience among his competitors. As a driver for the Peugeot World Endurance Championship, he has participated in several test sessions with the cutting-edge Gen3 machinery. In Miami, he will represent the Stellantis-owned Citroën team, showcasing his talent on a grand stage.
Adding to the diversity of this rookie session, DS Penske will field the promising GB3 driver Nikita Bedrin, who is part of their driver development program. Additionally, the talented Pepe Martí will benefit from an extra session courtesy of Cupra Kiro, further enhancing his rookie status until the season’s end.
In a nod to inclusivity, Mahindra will once again feature F1 Academy driver Chloe Chambers, following her standout performance in last October’s women’s test. She will be joined by fellow female driver Abbi Pulling at Nissan, making a powerful statement about female representation in motorsport.
Aiming for a full-time seat next season, reigning DTM champion Ayhancan Güven will take to the track with Porsche, while Formula 3 and Williams Academy star Alessandro Giusti will drive for Jaguar. Gabriele Mini from Formula 2 will once again team up with Nissan, solidifying his place among the rising stars. Super Formula ace Zak O’Sullivan is also set to compete with Envision, alongside simulator driver Hugh Barter, a former Formula 3 competitor representing Lola.
As the anticipation builds for this thrilling session, fans and motorsport enthusiasts alike are eager to witness the future stars of racing take center stage. With a mix of fresh talent and seasoned drivers, Miami is set to become the epicenter of high-speed excitement! Get ready for an adrenaline-packed showcase that promises to reshape the landscape of motorsport as we know it!








