Pretoria, South Africa – 12 May 2025 – After a strong showing in Monaco, Jaguar TCS Racing heads to Tokyo with renewed confidence and purpose as the ABB FIA Formula E World Championship gears up for Rounds 8 and 9 this coming weekend. The all-electric racing spectacle returns to the vibrant Tokyo Bay waterfront circuit, where the British outfit will contest a crucial double-header that could shape their 2024/25 campaign.
Nick Cassidy’s well-earned podium at the iconic Monaco E-Prix reignited momentum for the team, currently sitting seventh in the Teams’ Standings with 50 points. Now, as they prepare for battle on the 2.58km Tokyo street circuit, the focus sharpens on precision strategy, energy management, and delivering results that reflect the performance potential of the Jaguar I-TYPE 7.
“Securing a podium finish to round off our Monaco E-Prix was a huge boost for the team,” said James Barclay, Jaguar TCS Racing Team Principal. “Tokyo is the perfect city for the championship and fully aligned to the DNA of FIA Formula E and our city-centre racing philosophy. We’re looking forward to carrying that momentum into this weekend’s double-header.”
The Tokyo layout, which winds its way through the city’s futuristic harbour district, draws comparisons to Monaco’s tight and technical profile. This year, the Japanese capital hosts two back-to-back races, raising the stakes and demanding strategic finesse. With the added complexity of Pit Boost in the first race, adaptability will be key across both days.
Cassidy, who sits 13th in the Drivers’ Standings with 25 points, is eager to build on his Monaco success. “Securing my first podium of the season in Monaco was a great feeling,” he said. “I have always loved racing in Japan, and it’s no different behind the wheel of the Jaguar I-TYPE 7. It’s important for us to maximise our learnings and show what the team can do this weekend.”
For teammate Mitch Evans, Tokyo offers an opportunity to turn the tide after a string of frustrating outcomes that haven’t reflected his outright pace. Despite matching Cassidy’s 25 points and ranking just ahead in 12th position, Evans remains focused on extracting more from the coming rounds.
“Heading to Japan marks a fresh challenge for the team,” Evans said. “There’s still plenty of races and points up for grabs, and the aim is to take home a strong haul of points from the double-header.”
As a team that marked its centennial Formula E race in Tokyo last year, Jaguar TCS Racing returns to familiar ground—but with higher ambitions. The combination of technical know-how, race-day adaptability, and a pair of hungry Kiwi drivers could well be the ingredients needed to reignite their championship challenge.
With the first Tokyo E-Prix scheduled for 15:05 (GMT+9) on Saturday, 17 May, followed by the second on Sunday, 18 May, all eyes will be on the team’s performance as the second half of the season takes shape.
Current Standings After Round 5:
- Teams’ Standings: Jaguar TCS Racing – P7 (50 points)
- Drivers’ Standings: Mitch Evans – P12 (25 points) | Nick Cassidy – P13 (25 points)
- Manufacturers’ Standings: Jaguar – P3 (115 points)
