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Time of India
4 days ago
- Automotive
- Time of India
A look at Antonio Felix Da Costa's casual day at a Grand Prix: '30 percent style, 70 percent sweat'
Image credit: Antonio Felix Da Costa/Instagram Antonio Felix Da Costa continues to hold third place in the 2025 Formula E Driver Standings. He missed out on the podium at the recently held Jakarta E-Prix by just one position, but he did give race winner Dan Ticktum a hug on his first-ever Formula E victory. The Porsche driver has now revealed his race routine with a pinch of humour. His fans obviously loved the video shared by Porsche on its official Instagram handle. All about Antonio Felix Da Costa's Grand Prix routine Porsche has shared a short, fun video featuring Antonio Felix Da Costa's race routine on Instagram with the caption: 'Race day with António – stay close or stay back.' The video starts with Da Costa waking up at 6:29 a.m. for media day and cruising to the circuit, as it was a casual Monday. There's then a glimpse of the garage, which smells like 'focused rubber and podium energy.' He even has his own name for media day, which he calls 'Smile until your face hurts.' It's also revealed that Da Costa sits with the engineers to understand the data – and he actually gets it. As he suits up in his race gear, it's said to be '30 percent style and 70 percent sweat.' The video also offers a close look at his Porsche electric car, which he races in the Formula E Grand Prix this season. His fans loved the fun video and called it 'awesome'. One fan wrote, 'Cool guy, super driver!' Another reacted, 'That's our Antonio!' with fire and heart emojis. A third fan wrote in Portuguese (translated to English), 'The purest reality! Go, Da Costa!' Antonio Felix Da Costa misses out on podium in Jakarta Antonio Felix Da Costa finished fourth in Jakarta. Sharing a few images from race day, he wrote on Instagram, 'P4 today. A well-executed race, with a hint of a podium finish but we fell short. Let's keep fighting, guys! Let's go. Congrats @dan_ticktum on your first victory in @fiaformulae.' At present, the Porsche driver sits third in the Driver Standings with 100 points. He is behind championship leader Oliver Rowland and his own teammate Pascal Wehrlein. The latter is just three points ahead of him, suggesting that Da Costa could move up a place in the upcoming races. Also Read: Pascal Wehrlein trains football star Sergio Aguero during Formula E Evo Sessions, watch the thrill unfold The Formula E drivers will now head to Berlin for the Round 13 and Round 14 double-header next month. The season will conclude with the London double-header after that. For real-time updates, scores, and highlights, follow our live coverage of the India vs England Test match here . Game On Season 1 kicks off with Sakshi Malik's inspiring story. Watch Episode 1 here
Time of India
20-06-2025
- Automotive
- Time of India
Jakarta E-Prix 2025 FP1 results: Maximilian Gunther back on top, Antonio Da Costa and Edoardo Mortara complete top trio
Image credit: Maximilian Gunther/Instagram Maximilian Gunther seems to have picked up from where he left off in Jakarta. After winning the last Formula E race in Jakarta in 2023, the DS Penske driver topped the first free practice race at the Jakarta International E-Prix Circuit on Friday. He was followed by TAG Heuer Porsche driver Antonio Felix Da Costa in second place and Edoardo Mortara of Mahindra Racing in third. Jakarta E-Prix 2025 FP1 highlights With his performance in FP1 on Friday, Maximilian Gunther has shown he is very much in the running for the title in Jakarta this year. Like Gunther, Edoardo Mortara also proved he is back to his winning ways, finishing third in FP1. He had clinched the third spot on the podium in the inaugural session of the Jakarta E-Prix in 2022 when he was driving for Venturi-Mercedes. Finishing second in FP1 is the first positive sign for Antonio Felix Da Costa, who is currently third in the Formula E Driver Standings and is yet to win a podium in Indonesia. This season's leading Formula E driver, Oliver Rowland, has also hinted at being one of the contenders for the winner's trophy by finishing fourth in the first free practice race on Friday. The Nissan driver hit a barrier while nearing the finish line but managed to get going again. He was followed by Andretti's Nico Mueller in fifth position. Jaguar TCS Racing driver Mitch Evans, who won the first Jakarta race in 2022 and bagged the third spot on the podium in 2023, finished sixth in FP1. His teammate Nick Cassidy followed him in seventh position. Cupra Kiro driver Dan Ticktum finished eighth, and his teammate David Beckmann finished tenth. Jean Eric Vergne of DS Penske, who won pole and secured second place on the podium in the inaugural Jakarta race in 2022, finished ninth in the practice session. Andretti's Jake Dennis, who had clinched second place in both races of the last edition, ended up in 13th position in the practice race. Envision Racing's Robin Frijns retired mid-race after scraping along the chicane for a decent distance before finally smashing into the barrier at Turn 7. He got out of the car and ended his run in FP1. Also Read: Jakarta E-Prix 2025: Race timings, where to watch Round 12 Formula E race, rain prediction The Formula E drivers will now gear up for a tight schedule on Saturday. The day will begin with FP2 in the morning, followed by Qualifying, and then the final race at 3:05 PM local time (1:35 PM IST). Game On Season 1 kicks off with Sakshi Malik's inspiring story. Watch Episode 1 here
Time of India
09-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Formula E star Antonio Felix Da Costa is all set for 24 Hours of Le Mans, shares all about the great race
Image credit: Antonio Felix Da Costa/Instagram Formula E driver Antonio Felix Da Costa is utilising his time ahead of the Jakarta E-Prix to take part in the FIA World Endurance Championship. He has reached France to participate in the 24 Hours of Le Mans race. The TAG Heuer Porsche driver will be driving for the AF Corse LMP2 team along with François Perrodo and Matthieu Vaxiviere. He will be driving the No. 183 Oreca 07 Gibson car in Le Mans. Antonio Felix Da Costa shares updates from 24 Hours of Le Mans race Taking to Instagram, Antonio Felix Da Costa recently shared pictures from his arrival in France for the race. He captioned the pictures of him posing in style with his team and the car, 'Being corporate ——> Being Italian . It's gonna be a fun week ragazzi!' He also shared a video with the caption: 'First day of this great adventure. A brief explanation of our next days until the start of the great race that lasts 24 hours. See you soon.' In the video, he talked about the race, its schedule, and their prep amid the countdown to the race. Reacting to the video, another Formula E driver, Stoffel Vandoorne, who is also participating in the 24 Hours of Le Mans race, commented, 'Thanks for the update,' along with a thumbs up sign. Acknowledging his comment, Da Costa wrote, '@svandoorne you're welcome. Anytime Marcus.' Da Costa shared several throwback pictures as well from his earlier appearances at the 24 Hours of Le Mans race as he looked back at the toughest car race in the world. He wrote along with them, '24H of Le Mans… the race that chooses its winner, perhaps the most difficult race in the world, a true test of team spirit and sacrifice. That's why in the end, whether sad or happy with the result, we just want to go back. I've been on both sides, 2 podiums, 1 pole position and 1 victory. Now I'm embarking on my 7th edition, ready to create new memories. Let's fight.' Also Read: 'Gutted': Sam Bird pours out feelings in Instagram post as he misses 24 Hours of Le Mans — his favourite race After the Le Mans race, Da Costa will be prepping for the Jakarta E-Prix. It is scheduled to take place on June 21. He is currently in 3rd position in the 2025 Formula E Driver Standings.
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.
Time of India
30-05-2025
- Automotive
- Time of India
Shanghai E-Prix FP1 Results: Last season's winner Antonio Felix Da Costa tops again, Nyck de Vries finishes second
Image credit: Formula E Antonio Felix Da Costa seems all set to register another win in Shanghai. The Tag Heuer Porsche driver, who clinched one of the Season 10 double-header races, topped the first free practice session at the Shanghai International Circuit on Friday. Impressively, he clocked a time four seconds faster than last season's best. Mahindra Racing's Nick De Vries secured the second spot, while Jake Hughes of Maserati MSG Racing came in third. Shanghai E-Prix 2025 FP1 results Antonio Da Costa had shared a post on Instagram ahead of the Shanghai E-Prix: 'Race Week. Last year we went to Shanghai to get a cup! Let's try to get two this year. See you soon,' he wrote, alongside a picture of his winning celebration from last year. His dominance in the practice session indicates that he is in top form again this year. Jake Hughes also appears to have a podium finish in sight. Last season, he was both the pole winner and the second-place podium finisher in Race 2 of the Shanghai E-Prix. At the time, he was driving for NEOM McLaren; this season, he is representing Maserati MSG Racing. Antonio's teammate, Pascal Wehrlein—who secured the second podium spot alongside Da Costa in last season's Shanghai E-Prix—missed out this time by finishing fourth in the practice session. However, Wehrlein remains a strong contender, having already claimed three podiums this season. He was followed by Jaguar TCS Racing's Nick Cassidy in fifth and NEOM McLaren driver Taylor Barnard in sixth, despite the latter leading during the second half of the session. CUPRA Kiro driver Dan Ticktum led the early part of the practice session but dropped to seventh by the end. Andretti's Jake Dennis finished eighth, followed by Nissan's Norman Nato in ninth, while Stoffel Vandoorne of Maserati MSG Racing rounded out the top ten. Also Read: Shanghai E-Prix 2025 weather forecast: Expect two dramatically different races The Shanghai E-Prix will resume on Saturday with a packed schedule that includes a free practice session and Qualifying in the morning, followed by the final Round 10 race in the afternoon. Rain is unlikely on Saturday, but Sunday's Round 11 is expected to unfold under dramatically different conditions, with an 80–90 percent chance of rain. The Sunday schedule will mirror that of Saturday.
