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Oliver Rowland Claims Fifth Formula E Win in Tokyo, Strengthening Title Bid

Rowland converted pole to victory in a dramatic race featuring strategic battles, a late safety car, and a one-lap sprint to the finish.

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Overview

  • Oliver Rowland secured his fifth Formula E victory of the season in Tokyo, extending his lead in the championship standings.
  • Pascal Wehrlein finished second, while Dan Ticktum achieved his first career podium in third after briefly leading early in the race.
  • A late safety car was triggered by contact from Edo Mortara that sent Taylor Barnard into the wall on lap 29, setting up a one-lap sprint to the finish.
  • Energy-saving was unnecessary on the final lap, resulting in an all-out push to the checkered flag, with the top three positions unchanged.
  • Title contenders Taylor Barnard and Antonio Felix da Costa retired from the race, while Mitch Evans was unable to start due to qualifying damage.