“It took time, it took a long time, but finally in Mexico, it was the best race I could have imagined”, with these words, Pascal Wehrlein expressed himself after taking victory on the Autodromo Hermanos Rodriguez track during the third round of the ABB FIA Formula E in Mexico.
Since his Formula 1 career, the German’s name has been heard loudly in global motorsport. Unfortunately for his interests, he was part of Marussia (Manor), the weakest team on the grid at the time. All the potential he had was never able to be shown at 100% during his period in the Grand Circus.
Wehrlein established himself as one of the most skilled driver of the electric single-seater category, but success was elusive. That all changed with TAG Heuer Porsche last weekend. A true exhibition of driving and good judgment when saving energy led the driver to cross the checkered flag in first place at the e-Prix of Mexico.
A heartbreaking overtake in 2019, also in Aztec territory, denied the driver from winning. In 2021, the same thing happened in Puebla, but this time a disqualification kept him from being able to stand on top of the podium despite finishing 1st. However, he kept working and finally the moment of redemption arrived at the eighth season of the series.
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However, Pascal not only made history of his own, he was also responsible for raising the name of the German manufacturer in the 100% electric single-seater category, as it also represented the first triumph as a team.
“It’s really satisfying. With all the history I have here in Mexico, it feels amazing to have the first win for me here, but also for the team. The car was amazing and also Andre (Lotterer, who came in second) did a great job. Today was our day, so let’s celebrate,” said Wehrlein.
The race strategy made it clear that the car has the potential to be a major player in the category. Now, the table is set to move the action to Rome, where the German team will certainly not be looked at in the same way, and those who once doubted them will not do so again.
Written by | Ronald Ortega
