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Time of India
13-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Mitch Evans and Nick Cassidy and their epic record for Jaguar TCS Racing
Image credit: Jaguar TCS Racing Mitch Evans and Nick Cassidy are the only pair of teammates to have clinched wins in Formula E Season 11, making Jaguar TCS Racing the only team this season with a victory for each of its drivers. Evans secured his win in Sao Paulo, while Cassidy triumphed in Shanghai. These two victories — one each by the New Zealanders — helped Jaguar TCS Racing stand out with this remarkable achievement. Record-breakers Mitch Evans and Nick Cassidy Mitch Evans' win in Sao Paulo was particularly special. Not because it was his first win of the season, but because he started 22nd on the grid and still managed to take the chequered flag. It was a spectacular come-from-behind effort from the 30-year-old. Evans, who has been with Jaguar TCS Racing since their debut in Formula E, completed the race in a total time of 45:14.758, with a best lap time of 1:13.295, earning the maximum 25 points. Cassidy, on the other hand, delivered a dominant performance from start to finish in Shanghai. He grabbed pole position and maintained his lead throughout the race, not allowing any rival to pass or challenge his pace. From the front of the grid to the finish line, Cassidy's control was absolute. He won the race with a total time of 45:54.828 and posted a best lap time of 1:24.092, adding another 25 points to Jaguar's tally. After securing his first win of the season, Cassidy celebrated in style. Standing alongside his teammates, team principal, and technical staff at the Shanghai International Circuit, he broke into a spirited rendition of Taylor Swift's Love Story. FIA Formula E's official Instagram handle posted a heartwarming video of Cassidy's unique celebration, captioning it: "Our favourite Love Story is @jaguarracing and this podium. Celebrating Cassidy's P1 performance in their traditional team style. @ #ShanghaiEPrix #FormulaE #Motorsport #Racing" Cassidy sang these lyrics with infectious energy, amplifying the already electric post-race atmosphere: "Romeo, take me somewhere we can be alone. I'll be waiting, all there's left to do is run. You'll be the prince and I'll be the princess. It's a love story, baby, just say, 'Yes'." Also Read: Nick Cassidy's fans obsessed with him singing Taylor Swift's 'Love Story' during epic podium celebration Both Cassidy and Evans will now gear up for the Jakarta E-Prix, scheduled for June 21, where they'll look to build further on Jaguar TCS Racing's strong season.
Time of India
12-06-2025
- Automotive
- Time of India
Who is Formula E driver Nick Cassidy? Know all about the Jaguar driver who is a major Taylor Swift fan
Image credit: Nick Cassidy/Instagram There is a buzz in the Formula E circuit, and that's because of Nick Cassidy. After finishing third on the podium in Monaco earlier this year, the hunger in the belly fired up for Cassidy. He wanted more — and finally, the day came. The 30-year-old New Zealander, while driving the Jaguar TCS Racing car, got his big moment when he tasted his first victory of the season in Race 2 of the Shanghai E-Prix. Cassidy started from pole position, carried on his domination from the word go, and won the rain-hit Round 11 race. Nick Cassidy's career graph Nick Cassidy kicked off his career in karting at the age of six and remained with the sport until 2010. After competing in the Formula First Championship, Formula Ford Championship, New Zealand Formula First Championship, Toyota Racing Series, ADAC Formel Masters, Formula Abarth, and the Fujitsu V8 Supercar Series, he finally got what he always dreamt of — Formula E. Nick Cassidy's championship titles 2012–13: Toyota Racing Series 2012–13–14: New Zealand Grand Prix 2015: All-Japan Formula 3 2017: Super GT 2019: Super Formula Nick Cassidy's entry in Formula E Nick Cassidy made his debut in the Formula E 2020–21 season with Envision Virgin Racing. Cassidy, who partnered with Robin Frijns at the Envision Virgin Racing team, didn't have the start he expected. He failed to score a single point in the first three races. But he was adamant and finally clinched his first pole position in Rome. The emotions were overflowing for Cassidy. After spending three seasons with the Envision Virgin Racing team, Cassidy switched to Jaguar TCS Racing last year. He signed a multi-year contract with the team and partnered with Mitch Evans for the season. He put all his learnings to use with the new team and had a tremendous first half of the season — two victories and six podiums. Cassidy is enjoying his win in Shanghai now. After crossing the finish line at the Shanghai International Circuit, he was heard saying on the team radio: 'Wow, speechless. I was waiting for this day. It's been tough.' Also Read: Nick Cassidy's fans obsessed with him singing Taylor Swift's 'Love Story' during epic podium celebration He stood on the podium in style and laughed his heart out. 'This weekend is a massive highlight. Really proud of all our guys. Qualifying from yesterday was huge for us, we were in the game, and I'm just proud that we've come back today and our pace was absolutely unbelievable — what a race. I feel like there have been so many wins that probably should have been ours at the end of last season that never happened, and it feels like we've been waiting a long time. That's certainly on your mind when you go through the last couple of laps, and now to get that monkey off the back is awesome,' Cassidy said after the race.
Time of India
02-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Nick Cassidy's rumoured girlfriend Nathalia Soliani reacts to his Shanghai E-Prix win as Jaguar driver celebrates big moment with Taylor Swift's lyrics
Image credit: Nick Cassidy/Instagram Formula E driver Nick Cassidy has shared his first post following his win at the Shanghai E-Prix. The Jaguar TCS Racing driver triumphed in the rain-hit Round 11 race at the Shanghai International Circuit on Sunday. This was his first win of the season. He had recently secured a podium in Monaco but was hungry for more. And among those who congratulated him on Instagram was his rumoured girlfriend Nathalia Soliani. Nick Cassidy's fans, friends and girlfriend react to his victory post Nick Cassidy took to Instagram to share a bunch of pictures from the 'awesome day.' He wrote along with it, 'Pole and Win in Shanghai! It's been a while but the champagne tastes just as good. My crew.' He added the raising hands emoji and hands joined in prayer emoji with the caption. Reacting to his post, Cassidy's rumoured girlfriend and model Nathalia Soliani wrote, 'Awwwn amazing,' along with a fire and red heart emoticon. Andretti driver Jake Dennis reacted to Cassidy's post, saying, 'For Milo,' along with a dog and clapping hands emoji. An Instagram user known to Cassidy commented, 'Told you that podium was coming this weekend! Amazing job Cass, super proud of you & incredibly happy for you. Only way is upwards!' Motorsport racing champion Joao Paulo de Oliveira also commented, 'So awesome bro! You deserve it! Well done.' Jaguar Racing's Instagram page also dropped a comment, saying, 'Well in Cass! This one felt good. ' Praising him, a fan wrote in the comments section, 'The Biggest Congratulations Nick! Absolutely amazing drives all day! So well deserved!' Another said, 'Things you love to see.' One more added, 'Legendary drive mate.' Talking to Formula E after the win, Cassidy said, 'We were (top) in Qualifying, it gave us confidence. We honestly made the right decisions and the car and I were a rocketship today so big thanks to my team.' Also Read: Shanghai E-Prix 2025 Round 11 results: Nick Cassidy wins, Porsche duo Pascal Wehrlein and Antonio Da Costa take 2nd and 3rd spot Cassidy had secured pole on day two of the Shanghai double-header. He was overjoyed to get his much-awaited win in Shanghai and also shared a video in which he and his teammates could be seen singing the lyrics of Taylor Swift 's song Love Story as it played in the background. Jaguar will now be aiming for another podium, with the next race scheduled after a break on June 21.
Time of India
01-06-2025
- Automotive
- Time of India
Antonio Felix Da Costa counting positives as he finishes third at Shanghai E-Prix: 'It was all about bringing the podium home'
Image credit: Antonio Felix Da Costa/Instagram Antonio Felix Da Costa, who won the last Formula E race in Shanghai, made sure he didn't go home empty-handed this time. The TAG Heuer Porsche driver was pleased to finish third on the podium at the Shanghai E-Prix and also expressed happiness for winner Nick Cassidy of Jaguar TCS Racing. Da Costa wasn't the only member of his team to reach the podium—he was joined by teammate Pascal Wehrlein, who secured second place. Antonio Da Costa on finishing third in Shanghai Sharing his experience after the race, Da Costa said, 'It was very hard from inside the car. I felt like my balance wasn't quite there and I really struggled with my rears, so it wasn't enjoyable and it was very hard to keep the car on track. I was slow to be honest, but good enough for a podium – two cars from the team are on the podium so that's always positive.' Talking about his third-place finish, he added, 'I'm happy for Nick [Cassidy], he did a really good job, but we've got good points. Starting second and finishing third is not ideal – in the beginning I thought we had something, but then it was clear to me that I didn't have the pace of the two cars in front, so it was all about bringing the podium home.' Antonio now stands third in the 2025 Formula E Driver Standings with 88 points. Taking to Instagram after the race, Antonio Felix Da Costa shared a picture of himself spraying champagne from the podium. He wrote along with it, 'Today we got a podium. P3 on a very rainy day. We keep fighting. Thanks guys.' Many congratulated him in the comments section. One fan wrote in his praise, 'You drive great and make Portugal proud beyond its borders. You will win the championship. I believe in you. Go for it.' Another said, 'A weekend where I can see your smile. Thank you too.' One more added, 'Let's go.' Also Read: Shanghai E-Prix 2025 Round 11 results: Nick Cassidy wins, Porsche duo Pascal Wehrlein and Antonio Da Costa take 2nd and 3rd spot Da Costa has claimed four podiums this season but is still waiting for a win. There are five more races remaining, with the next one taking place in Jakarta on June 21.
Web Release
01-06-2025
- Automotive
- Web Release
CASSIDY PRODUCES DOMINANT LIGHTS-TO-FLAG VICTORY ON RAIN-SOAKED SUNDAY IN SHANGHAI
Amid torrid conditions, Jaguar TCS Racing's Nick Cassidy converted from pole, leading every lap of the race to produce a first win of the season in the 2025 Hankook Shanghai E-Prix Round 11 at a rain-soaked Shanghai International Circuit. Cassidy topped a weather-truncated Groups-only qualifying session to seal pole and strode away into an immediate lead, where he was able to stay for the duration of Round 11 in tricky conditions as the rain continued to fall – though less heavily than throughout the morning. The win was a first lights-to-flag victory of the GEN3 Evo era and a return to the top step for the New Zealander. Reigning champion Pascal Wehrlein got the better of his teammate through the first round of ATTACK MODE activations; the German leading home António Félix da Costa despite an early slip, as TAG Heuer Porsche capitalised on a Nissan non-score to round out the podium and propel the Stuttgart marque to the top of the FIA Teams' World Championship table – a full reversal after TAG Heuer Porsche failed to score on Saturday. Jake Hughes (Maserati MSG Racing) brought it home fourth, Jean-Éric Vergne (DS PENSKE) fifth and Nico Mueller (Andretti) finished sixth. The second Maserati of Stoffel Vandoorne finished seventh despite pirouetting two laps from the chequered flag, ahead of Robin Frijns (Envision Racing), Lucas di Grassi (Lola Yamaha ABT) and NEOM McLaren's Taylor Barnard. The difficult conditions caught out a number of other drivers including Jake Dennis, Nyck de Vries, Dan Ticktum and Sam Bird with standing water significant in spots around the circuit throughout the race. Even so, 21 of the 22 cars managed to make it to the end of the race as their race craft was pushed to the limit. The result sees Rowland's lead reduce to 68 points over Pascal Wehrlein (103 points), with da Costa in third (88 points) with only five races remaining this season. Porsche retakes the top spot in the FIA Teams' World Championship running from Nissan, while Nissan leads Porsche in the FIA Manufacturers' World Championship standings. Nick Cassidy, No. 37, Jaguar TCS Racing said: 'This weekend is a massive highlight. Really proud of all our guys. Qualifying form yesterday was huge for us, we were in the game, and I'm just proud that we've come back today and our pace was absolutely unbelievable – what a race. I feel like there have been so many wins that probably should have been ours at the end of last season that never happened, and it feels like we've been waiting a long time. That's certainly on your mind when you go through the last couple of laps, and now to get that monkey off the back is awesome.' The ABB FIA Formula E World Championship continues in Jakarta with Round 12 on 21 June.
