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Pascal Wehrlein battles frustrating ‘what-ifs’ in turbulent Formula E season: can he rise?

Simon Monroy by Simon Monroy
February 3, 2026
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Pascal Wehrlein battles frustrating ‘what-ifs’ in turbulent Formula E season: can he rise?

Pascal Wehrlein’s Formula E Rollercoaster: The Agonizing “What Ifs” of a Frustrating Season

In a season teeming with potential, Pascal Wehrlein finds himself grappling with an avalanche of disappointment and nagging “what-ifs” after each race. The German driver has experienced nothing short of a tumultuous journey in this year’s Formula E championship, with every race leaving him to ponder missed opportunities and unfulfilled promise. As the dust settles on the Miami Grand Prix, it’s clear that Wehrlein’s season has been a saga of relentless frustration.

Three races into the season, Wehrlein’s hopes have been dashed repeatedly. The opening race in São Paulo saw him claim pole position, but a three-place grid penalty for wheelspinning in the pit lane—an infraction of Article 23.18 of the sporting regulations—forced him to start fourth. Despite a valiant effort, he finished the race in the same position, leaving fans and team members alike questioning what could have been.

Then came the shocking turn of events in Mexico City, where Wehrlein stumbled to an unexpected 11th place in qualifying. Known for his prowess at the Autódromo Hermanos Rodríguez, this rare misstep shook his confidence. Nevertheless, Wehrlein clawed his way back, finishing sixth, but the lingering sense of “what if” continued to haunt him.

Miami presented yet another hurdle. From the very first lap of practice, Wehrlein was beset by car issues, relegating him to an 11th place start for the second consecutive race. However, a glimmer of hope emerged when Porsche’s dedicated team managed to diagnose and rectify the problem. With newfound resolve, Wehrlein surged through the competition, ultimately securing a hard-fought third place—his first podium of the season.

In the aftermath of the race, Wehrlein reflected on the challenges faced, stating, “It was a good result — it was hard work for us. We found an issue on the car, which put us on the back foot in terms of how we set up the car and everything for the weekend.” He expressed a mix of relief and frustration, adding, “On one side, I’m obviously glad that we found it. On the other side, I also think that if the weekend had gone differently, it could have been a different weekend again. And, yeah, it feels like I haven’t had a clean weekend yet. There are always ‘what ifs’ after the race, after the weekend, which is a bit annoying.”

Despite these setbacks, Wehrlein remains in the hunt for the championship, currently trailing Nick Cassidy by a mere two points, as Cassidy himself failed to score in Miami. Wehrlein’s resilience shines through as he emphasizes the importance of accumulating points early in the season: “It’s still very early in the season, and we’re banking the points, which is important for the championship.”

As the Formula E season progresses, the question looms large: Can Pascal Wehrlein convert his frustrations into triumph? With each race presenting a fresh opportunity, fans and analysts alike will be eagerly watching to see if he can finally silence the “what-ifs” and transform his season into one of success. The road ahead may be fraught with unpredictability, but one thing is certain: Wehrlein is a driver who refuses to give up, and the best is yet to come.

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