Mitch Evans celebrates "incredible" Jaguar performance in São Paulo
Mitch Evans and Jaguar TCS Racing have celebrated an historic podium at the São Paulo E-Prix.
Mitch Evans celebrates on the podium in São Paulo. (Formula E)
Evans was in the battle for the lead throughout the E-Prix, taking the lead from Nick Cassidy in the final stages before having to defend from the Envision Racing driver on the final lap.
Teammate Sam Bird finished third, completing the podium lock-out for Jaguar-powered machinery.
The victory is a turn of form for the New Zealander, who retired from the Hyderabad E-Prix and finished one place out of the points with eleventh in Cape Town.
“This has come at the perfect time,” said Evans.
“We had a tough start but the car has been quick so to finally get the victory and some points is incredible, a Jaguar 1-2-3.”
“Nick pushed me all the way - we pushed each other - both teams executed brilliantly.”
“This is down to a lot of hard work, there is a lot of graft that goes in with simulations, to try and put these races together regarding strategy is not easy. I wouldn't have wanted it much closer than that.”
Mitch Evans, James Barclay, and Sam Bird in Brazil. (Formula E)
Evans and Cassidy both fought for track position in the final laps with each trying to be best placed for the final lap and a dash to the finish.
“We obviously thought about track position and where you want to be at certain phases in the races.”
“I had a good energy advantage from quite early on, but it was just about trying to find the right time to use the energy advantage.”
“I thought I maybe went a bit too early, once Nick got behind me he was able to accumulate some energy and he was able to stick to my toe, but we got the victory so we obviously managed to do the right job.”
“Super happy to get some big points on the board.”
Mitch Evans jumps out of the car in São Paulo. (Formula E)
Jaguar TCS Racing team principal James Barclay was ecstatic, punching the air as Evans crossed the finish line.
“What an incredible day!” said Barclay.
“A historic first with three Jaguars dominating the podium.”
“Today’s result and the team’s performance after a few challenging weekends was all the more sweet.”
“With a strong car and a proven team, we knew it was about executing a clean weekend with a great strategy and that’s what we did today.”
“Mitch and Sam drove exceptionally, showing patience in a strategic race and raw speed when it was needed.”
“I would like to thank our technical partner WAE who have worked tirelessly for this result and to our amazing commercial partners.”
“We wanted to put on a great show for the Brazilian fans and we delivered just that, it’s a special day and one which we will enjoy celebrating.”
