Overview

• Maximilian Günther converted his 1m08.234 pole lap into a clear win in the opening Shanghai E-Prix race.
• Jean-Eric Vergne claimed second for DS Penske with a decisive double overtake on Dan Ticktum and Taylor Barnard in the final corners.
• Taylor Barnard, who qualified second, held off late pressure to secure a podium finish in third place.
• Teams navigated the new fast-charging pit boost format and deployed every available attack mode by lap 18.
• Oliver Rowland recovered to fifth position and extended his drivers’ championship lead to an 86-point margin.