Pepe Marti Sao Paulo E-Prix Crash Explained
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* The Incident: Pepe Marti was involved in a notable crash during the Sao Paulo Formula E race,leading to a red flag. He hit the wall with no room for error.
* Circuit Characteristics: Marti specifically points out the danger of the Sao Paulo circuit, comparing it unfavorably to tracks like Mexico or Jarama. He describes it as a “street circuit” with walls close to the track, offering no escape routes (like running onto the grass) in case of an incident. he contrasts this with circuits that have more runoff space.
* Marti’s Outlook: He felt helpless during the crash, stating there was little time to react. He explains the difficulty of braking in a pack, where differing braking points can maintain relative speeds and increase the risk of collision.
* Potential Result: Marti was having a strong race and believes he was on track to finish between 4th and 6th in his first Formula E race, starting from 14th position.
* Team Performance: He praises his team’s preparation,setup,and optimization for the race.
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