Jakarta, 22 June 2025 – Maserati MSG Racing faced a sobering reality at the Jakarta E-Prix, as a promising race weekend unravelled into disappointment with a double DNF for both Stoffel Vandoorne and Jake Hughes. On a day when resilience and strategy were meant to be the defining characteristics, the searing heat and unforgiving circuit proved to be greater adversaries.
The weekend began with promise. In tricky wet conditions during Free Practice Two, Jake Hughes showcased the potential of the Maserati Tipo Folgore, setting the fastest lap. Vandoorne, too, delivered a solid performance in FP2, showing the kind of pace that hinted at a strong race ahead. But as the track dried and the competition intensified, qualifying proved challenging. With both drivers narrowly missing out on the duels—Vandoorne qualifying 14th in Group A and Hughes 18th in Group B—the team was left on the back foot heading into the race.
Race strategy was centred on endurance and opportunism. With Jakarta’s high temperatures pushing thermal management to the forefront, the Maserati MSG Racing duo executed measured starts. The plan was to run long into the race, conserve tyre and battery life, and strike late using the full eight minutes of Attack Mode. It was a patient, calculated approach designed to exploit the attrition of rivals—one that might have paid dividends, if not for a cruel twist of fate.
Jake Hughes was the first to be sidelined. After carefully navigating the early stages, his Maserati suffered a critical battery temperature alarm, cutting his campaign short just as the race was beginning to swing in his favour. “In all conditions, we had good pace today,” Hughes reflected. “The car felt great, and I think we could have shown something special. Unfortunately, we never got to see the full potential of our strategy.”
His exit triggered a safety car, briefly bunching up the field and offering Vandoorne a slim chance to salvage the team’s hopes. With six minutes of Attack Mode remaining, the Belgian looked to launch a late charge. But another mechanical issue struck—this time, far more dramatic. Vandoorne lost braking capability, sending him into a heavy impact with the wall. Though unhurt, the incident ended any hopes of a comeback. “The brake pedal went to the floor and there was nothing I could do,” Vandoorne said. “It was a tough weekend in every respect, and I think we need to reset and come back stronger in Berlin.”
Team Principal Cyril Blais was candid in his post-race comments. “To say it’s a disappointment is an understatement. We’ll need to analyse everything in detail. This race was physically and mentally demanding on the whole team. But we’re focused on regrouping and moving forward.”
Despite the setback, Maserati MSG Racing remains eighth in the Teams’ Championship with 89 points. Vandoorne holds P13 in the Drivers’ Standings with 50 points, while Hughes is in P15 on 39.
Maria Conti, Head of Maserati Corse, added: “Challenging conditions, limited luck, and technical issues conspired against us. But every race teaches us something. We’ll use this to sharpen our approach for the final four races.”
With the season drawing to a close, attention now turns to the double-headers in Berlin and London. Maserati MSG Racing is determined to extract the maximum from the remaining rounds, aiming to finish Season 11 with the flair and fighting spirit befitting of the Trident badge.
Fast Facts: Jakarta E-Prix
Stoffel Vandoorne
- FP1: P17 | FP2: P5
- Qualifying: P14 [1:10.402 – Group A]
- Race: DNF
- Fastest Lap: 1:08.062
- Championship Standing: P13 [50 pts]
Jake Hughes
- FP1: P16 | FP2: P1
- Qualifying: P18 [1:09.649 – Group B]
- Race: DNF
- Fastest Lap: 1:08.571
- Championship Standing: P15 [39 pts]
Team Standing: Maserati MSG Racing – P8 [89 pts]
About Maserati MSG Racing
Representing one of the most storied marques in motorsport history, Maserati MSG Racing brings the power of Italian performance and innovation to the FIA Formula E World Championship. With cutting-edge electric racecraft and a relentless drive to succeed, Maserati’s return to single-seater competition blends heritage with future-forward technology. The Tipo Folgore embodies this ethos, setting the stage for a new era in the Trident’s racing legacy.
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