Paddock reacts as Pascal Wehrlein seals Formula E title in dramatic London finale

Wehrlein celebrates under pressure

Pascal Wehrlein secured the ABB FIA Formula E World Championship after a difficult and unpredictable title-deciding race in London, describing the achievement as especially significant given the circumstances.

The Porsche driver pointed to the work completed across the closing phase of the season, saying the team had built its position over the last 15 or 16 races before retaking the championship lead on the previous day. He called the team’s approach to the weekend “phenomenal”, while acknowledging an “up-and-down season” that ultimately produced a strong response when the pressure was highest.

Wehrlein also credited Antonio for his role in an unpredictable race. He suggested that, under normal circumstances, the contest could have developed into another podium finish, but said Porsche had achieved what was required to win the title. The wider reaction to the controversial finale is covered in Antonio Felix da Costa’s defence of Jaguar after the London E-Prix.

Dennis condemns the decisive incident

Jake Dennis said his team had executed its plan perfectly and created a genuine opportunity to take the championship. He was ahead at points during the race, but the chance disappeared when Wehrlein’s car made contact with his and sent him into the wall.

“He took me cleanly straight out of the race, so it’s as simple as that,” Dennis said. He described the incident as embarrassing and criticised Pascal and Porsche, adding that if they wanted to win the championship in that manner, “that’s the game.”

Despite the result, Dennis said he would leave London with his head held high. He praised his driving and the risks he had taken, while looking ahead to the off-season, the arrival of GEN4 and his continuing commitments with BMW.

Jaguar ends a chapter with teams’ title

Mitch Evans said Jaguar had lost too much ground through qualifying across both days, despite doing everything possible to remain in contention during the race. He also described the ending of his time with the team as disappointing, but said he had few regrets and remained grateful for the opportunity Jaguar had given him.

Team principal Ian James praised the team’s composure under intense pressure, while Thomas Laudenbach celebrated Porsche’s Manufacturers’ title and credited the combined efforts of Porsche, Andretti Formula E and CUPRA KIRO. For both organisations, the London finale delivered contrasting emotions: a drivers’ championship for Wehrlein, and a Teams’ World Championship for Jaguar.