Meet the unsung heroes: How local marshals are trained for Formula E races
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Safety and technical knowledge are paramount in Formula E, where the sport involves handling some of the world's fastest electric cars. Now, the FIA has given fans a behind-the-scenes look at how local marshals in each host country are trained before every Formula E race to ensure that operations run swiftly, efficiently, and to the highest standards.
Training local marshals at Formula E circuits
A video shared on the FIA Official Instagram page features Benoit Dupont, Head of Circuit Operations at FIA Formula E, offering a glimpse into the marshal training process at the Jakarta E-Prix.
Speaking about the preparation in Jakarta this year, Dupont explains, 'Before each Formula E race, we make sure that marshals are trained to the correct level to understand how to efficiently remove and recover a car. It's very important to have precise and fast operations.
We've been in Indonesia before, but it was two years ago, so the goal here is to bring everyone back up to speed.'
He adds that Formula E cars require a specific method of being lifted, particularly using a strap in a defined way. As a result, every post is trained individually to ensure marshals are fully up to date.
Dupont also highlights the crucial role of the clerk of the course, who acts as a bridge between FIA officials and local marshals.
He says, 'Leaving a legacy is an important part of what the FIA brings to these races. There are international procedures that might not be followed at local races, so we ensure they meet the latest standards. That's why we conduct training sessions like this,' he says. 'The clerk of the course connects with the marshals, all the trackside personnel, and the recovery team.
Since they communicate in their local language, the clerk ensures the communication line remains as efficient as possible.'
Commenting on the video, one Formula E fan wrote, 'Well done on showcasing these wonderful men and women who keep races going and clear up the mess after an OOPS moment from the drivers.'
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The Jakarta E-Prix was a single-header this year, unlike its double-header format in the 2023 season. With just four more races remaining, the 2024–25 Formula E season is nearing its conclusion. Next up is the Berlin double-header on July 11–12, followed by the season finale in London on July 26–27.
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