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Jaguar dominates with 1-2 finish in Spain: team order controversy sparks fury

Arthur Ling by Arthur Ling
March 21, 2026
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Jaguar Dominates in Controversial Formula E Showdown: Da Costa Claims Victory Amid Team Order Turmoil!

In a dramatic spectacle at the Jarama circuit in Spain, Antonio Felix da Costa clinched his second consecutive victory in the Formula E championship, leading a stunning 1-2 finish for Jaguar. However, the race was not without its share of controversy, particularly for teammate Mitch Evans, who was left seething after being instructed to hold his position behind da Costa in the final laps. “Don’t talk to me,” Evans snapped over the radio, visibly agitated by the team orders that stifled his chance for glory.

The tension-filled race saw Evans start from a dismal 16th position yet miraculously claw his way through the pack, demonstrating an impressive pace that had fans on the edge of their seats. The championship leader, Pascal Wehrlein of Porsche, crossed the line in third, having overtaken Dan Ticktum in a thrilling last-lap duel that left spectators breathless.

The race kicked off with Nick Cassidy of Citroen taking pole position for the first time in Formula E history, but it was Wehrlein who quickly made his mark, moving up from sixth to challenge the leaders. Chaos ensued on lap three when Nyck de Vries, starting in second, collided with Wehrlein, losing his front wing and earning a five-second penalty in a moment that could have derailed both drivers' hopes.

As the race unfolded, Felipe Drugovich, starting from the back of the grid, shockingly took the lead on lap eight, only to be quickly dethroned by home favorite Pepe Marti. The roar of the crowd was palpable, but their cheers turned to gasps as Marti too lost his momentary lead, falling back in the ranks.

Strategy played a pivotal role in this high-stakes showdown. Cassidy's late pit stop on lap 15 dropped him back to as low as 13th, while da Costa cleverly utilized an earlier stop to gain the net lead. As the race neared its climax, both da Costa and Wehrlein engaged in a fierce battle for dominance, deploying attack modes that added to the drama.

However, it was Evans who stole the spotlight in the closing stages, charging through the field with a burst of energy that had fans buzzing. He overtook Wehrlein at the final chicane on lap 21 before setting his sights on Ticktum. Yet, the unanswered question looms: why was he denied the chance to chase down da Costa for the win?

In the end, Edoardo Mortara finished fifth, maintaining his position as a title contender, while Cassidy, who had been in the top five, plummeted to 17th after an energy miscalculation. Reigning champion Oliver Rowland faced a nightmare race, dropping from third to seventh in the standings after incurring a penalty for excessive power usage at the start.

Race Results: 1. Antonio Felix da Costa (Jaguar) 2. Mitch Evans (Jaguar) +0.386s 3. Pascal Wehrlein (Porsche) +0.799s 4. Dan Ticktum (Cupra Kiro) +0.985s 5. Edoardo Mortara (Mahindra) +1.570s 6. Sebastien Buemi (Envision) +1.922s 7. Jake Dennis (Andretti) +3.760s 8. Nico Muller (Porsche) +3.884s 9. Pepe Marti (Cupra Kiro) +4.117s 10. Joel Eriksson (Envision) +6.576s 11. Norman Nato (Nissan) +7.182s 12. Lucas di Grassi (Lola) +10.216s 13. Max Gunther (DS) +15.686s 14. Jean Eric Vergne (Citroen) +16.345s 15. Felipe Drugovich (Andretti) +26.016s 16. Oliver Rowland (Nissan) +26.917s 17. Nick Cassidy (Citroen) +29.372s 18. Nyck de Vries (Mahindra) +53.664s 19. Taylor Barnard (DS) +55.751s 20. Zane Maloney (Lola) +55.889s

With the tension between teammates and the fierce competition at play, the Formula E landscape is heating up as the season progresses. The question remains: how will the Jaguar team handle their internal strife as they push for the championship? Stay tuned for the next electrifying chapter in this high-octane racing saga!

Tags: António Félix da CostaFórmula Eformula-1-enJaguarMitch EvansPascal Wehrleinporsche-en
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