Victory for Rosberg X Racing in Extreme E Season 4 Opener

In an exciting start to Season 4 of the Extreme E, the defending champions, Rosberg X Racing (RXR), clinched a spectacular victory in the first round, narrowly beating the NEOM McLaren Extreme E team in the Desert X Prix. The event, which took place in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, was a display of skill and tactics, with multiple changes in the lead position, culminating in a triumph for Johan Kristoffersson and Mikaela Åhlin-Kottulinsky of RXR, who won by a slim margin of just 0.167 seconds over the duo of Mattias Ekström and Cristina Gutiérrez from NEOM McLaren.

The race, characterized by its high speed and rough terrain, presented challenges for both drivers and vehicles. Kristoffersson and Åhlin-Kottulinsky showed impeccable coordination and focus, leading their team to the top of the podium. The competition was particularly intense between Åhlin-Kottulinsky and Gutiérrez, with a wheel-to-wheel battle.

The E.ON Veloce Racing team, with standout performances from Kevin Hansen and Molly Taylor, completed the podium, proving that they are serious contenders for this season. The ACCIONA | SAINZ XE Team, however, was not as fortunate, with an accident involving Fraser McConnell in the final lap that took them out of contention in the final.

The race was a true spectacle of skill and endurance, with teams fighting hard for every position. The battle between Gutiérrez and Åhlin-Kottulinsky was particularly memorable, with overtaking and defense maneuvers that demonstrated the high level of competition in the series. Despite suffering body damage, Åhlin-Kottulinsky managed to maintain the lead, securing the victory for Nico Rosberg's team.

In the Redemption Race, the Andretti Altawkilat Extreme E team, with Catie Munnings and Timmy Hansen, showed great skill in taking the victory, while Travis Pastrana of the LEGACY MOTOR CLUB in association with Jimmie Johnson made an impressive comeback, moving from last to second place in his first appearance in the Extreme E X Prix.

Cristina Gutiérrez and Mattias Ekström, from the NEOM McLaren Extreme E team, remained optimistic about their performance and the team's prospects for the rest of the season. Gutiérrez highlighted the strong competition and the good performance of her team in their first race together, while Ekström expressed satisfaction with the teamwork and strategy implemented.

The season promises to be one of the most exciting and competitive to date, with teams and drivers showing exceptional determination and talent. The second round, to be held in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, promises even more action and excitement, with teams eager to prove their worth in the demanding world of Extreme E.