Mitch Evans Makes Formula E History In Rainy Miami

The Miami International Autodrome was the stage for a dramatic and historic Formula E weekend, as Mitch Evans powered through torrential conditions to clinch a record-breaking 15th career victory in the all-electric series. With rain hammering down on the brand-new 2.32 km, 14-turn Miami circuit, Evans displayed nerves of steel, slicing through the field from ninth on the grid to take the checkered flag after 41 grueling laps.

Evans’s triumph didn’t just earn him the win—it etched his name into the Formula E record books, making him the most successful driver in the championship’s history. The New Zealander’s masterclass in wet weather racing left the Porsche duo of Nico Müller and Pascal Wehrlein trailing in his wake, as they completed the podium in second and third, respectively. It was a day when experience, patience, and tire strategy separated the contenders from the pretenders.

“Mitch Evans secured a record-breaking 15th Formula E victory in a wet Miami E-Prix,” noted championship officials, underscoring just how significant the accomplishment was for both the driver and his Jaguar team. Evans’s ability to adapt to the treacherous conditions, which saw the race start behind the Safety Car and only resume green-flag running on lap five, proved decisive. The Miami E-Prix, the first ever at this venue, quickly became a test of survival and adaptability rather than outright speed.

Behind the front-runners, the action was equally fierce. Envision’s Joel Eriksson put in a strong drive to secure fourth, while Mahindra’s Nyck de Vries rounded out the top five, capitalizing on others’ misfortune and showing his trademark consistency. The eventful race saw several title hopefuls falter, most notably Nick Cassidy and Oliver Rowland, both of whom failed to score points—a blow to their championship aspirations.

For Citroën Racing, the Miami E-Prix was a weekend of frustration and missed opportunity. The French squad, which had shown strong pace in free practice and qualifying, struggled mightily once the rain came down. Nick Cassidy, a previous race winner and the championship leader heading into Miami, started seventh and fought valiantly, but ultimately slipped back to finish a disappointing 16th. His teammate, Jean-Éric Vergne, fared only marginally better, climbing from 17th on the grid to 15th at the flag.

The team’s struggles were compounded by the unpredictable and changing track conditions, which placed a premium on car setup and tire strategy. "Obviously this was not our day, and it’s a very disappointing result for the team. We showed good pace all weekend, but clearly we were missing something in these conditions, which is extremely frustrating. We have to take it on the chin, analyse exactly what went wrong, and understand where we can improve ahead of Jeddah," admitted Citroën Racing Team Principal Cyril Blais. His candor reflected the mood in the garage, as the team looked to regroup and refocus for the upcoming double-header in Jeddah.

Nick Cassidy echoed his boss’s sentiments, saying, "That was a tough one. Qualifying was quite good, so I was really looking forward to the race, but it just didn’t come together and it was a really difficult day for the team. We’ll move on, try to understand what happened, but not dwell on it too much. Now the focus shifts to Jeddah the week after next, where I’d be very surprised if it’s raining." For a driver who retains the lead in the Drivers’ Championship despite the setback, Cassidy’s resilience and forward-looking attitude will be crucial as the season intensifies.

Jean-Éric Vergne was similarly blunt in his assessment: "That’s the end of a tough weekend. The result was clearly not what we were expecting or hoping for. Our performance in the wet during the race was very poor, and it felt like there wasn’t much we could do to change the outcome. Results like this hurt a lot, but we’ll regroup as a team, analyse where we need to improve, and focus on coming back stronger in Jeddah."

Even the team’s rookie, Théo Pourchaire, found learning opportunities amid the adversity. "The race result was a bit disappointing for the team, especially because our true performance level was much better than what the result shows. Today was tough, it was our first time running in wet conditions and clearly something was missing on our side. Still, these are the moments where you learn the most, and that’s the key to progress: understanding what went wrong and working to be better next time," Pourchaire reflected. His optimism points to a team determined to bounce back.

Despite the on-track setbacks, there’s no time to dwell. The championship momentum remains alive for both Cassidy and Citroën Racing. After three rounds, Cassidy still leads the Drivers’ standings, and Citroën holds second in the Teams’ Championship—just behind Porsche. With the double-header in Jeddah on February 13th and 14th looming, the pressure is on for teams to quickly analyze their Miami missteps and fine-tune their strategies for the next challenge.

Meanwhile, Formula E fans can look forward to a unique spectacle during the Jeddah E-Prix weekend. As announced live during the Miami broadcast, the highly anticipated return of the ‘Formula E Evo Sessions’ will take place on February 15th, right after the double-header. This innovative event will see some of the world’s most popular creators get behind the wheel of the GEN3 EVO race cars in a new and competitive format. For the first time, the Evo Sessions will be streamed live on Formula E’s YouTube channel, giving fans a front-row seat to the action as global personalities test their mettle on the Jeddah Corniche Circuit.

Formula E has promised a full press release with additional details about the Evo Sessions, including the lineup of participating creators and the exact format, to be released in the week following the Miami race. With the championship heating up and new events pushing the boundaries of fan engagement, the all-electric series continues to innovate both on and off the track.

As the dust—and the rain—settles in Miami, Mitch Evans stands tall as the new king of Formula E victories, while teams like Citroën Racing regroup for the challenges ahead. The season is still young, and with Jeddah just around the corner, the storylines are only getting juicier. Stay tuned as the world’s fastest electric racers charge towards their next battle under the lights of Saudi Arabia.