MAIDEN FORMULA E VICTORY FOR MAHINDRA RACING’S ALEX LYNN ON HOME SOIL

24-25 July 2021, London, UK 

Round 12

– Alex Lynn: Qualifying – 1 / Race – 3 / Points – 18
– Alexander Sims: Qualifying – 8 / Race – DNF / Points – 0

Going through to Super Pole for the sixth time this season, Alex Lynn got three points in the bag for going on to secure Pole Position. He led the race from for the first half and eventually crossed the line in third position to take his second Formula E career podium. Alexander Sims was hit on the first lap and was forced to retire due to accident damage.

Round 13

– Alex Lynn: Qualifying – 3 / Race – 1 / Points – 26
– Alexander Sims: Qualifying – 19 / Race – 16 / Points – 0

Alex Lynn continued his stellar qualifying form on Sunday, collecting the first point of the day for setting the fastest lap in group qualifying and securing his seventh Super Pole appearance. Starting from third on the grid he executed the perfect race to be crowned winner, his first Formula E race victory and third podium. The result elevates him to sixth in the driver’s standings, just 17 points off championship leader Nyck De Vries. Alexander Sims’ bad luck continued and was hit on the first lap resulting in a puncture, he crossed the line in P16.

“It’s hard to put my feelings into words to be honest! I can’t believe this has happened – it’s as special as it gets. Formula E has been an interesting journey for me, so to win is unbelievably special. We had to make it happen today and we did. I get the pleasure of driving the car and I’m thankful to the whole team; there’s not a group of guys and girls that doesn’t stay longer and wake up earlier than them so I’m thrilled for the whole team. This result comes off the back of yesterday’s Pole and podium, which already felt really good!”

#94 Alex Lynn

“It’s been a really disappointing weekend. During both races we had sensible starts but got tapped from behind by Mitch in the first race, who I understand got hit from behind himself, and as a result broke something in the drivetrain. In the second race I picked up a puncture on the first lap and was forced to pit for a new tyre which pushed me to the back of the pack. It was a real shame as everyone in the team puts so much effort into these things. Huge congratulations for Alex on his win and third place – it’s a team effort and I’m pleased for him to do well.”

#29 Alexander Sims

“That is our fifth victory in Formula E and it is sweet! Ever since we unloaded the car, Alex has been fast and on it and he has been spectacular all weekend. A win and a podium, as well as a Pole Position and fastest in group qualifying has shown the strength of the package here in London. To hear the Indian national anthem on the podium for the first time since Marrakesh in Season 5 was an unbelievably special moment. We are going to enjoy this result and look forward to ending the season on a high in Berlin – we’re right back in the hunt now.”

Dilbagh Gill