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    Formula E announce never-before-seen feature ahead of new season with cars FASTER than current F1 cars

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    FORMULA E will conduct an all-female test for the first time ever “to improve diversity and equality across motorsport”.Female drivers, who currently do not race in Formula E, will test the new ‘Gen3 Evo’ electric car – which is 30 per cent FASTER than current F1 CARS.The ‘Gen3 Evo’ is an upgrade on last season’s Electric Gen3Britain’s most successful female driver Jamie Chadwick will likely be given an opportunity to drive in the testThe racing series will field 22 female drivers in an afternoon session at the Ricardo Tormo circuit in November near Valencia, Spain.The brand new ‘Gen3 Evo’ net zero race cars are capable of 0-60mph in just 1.82 seconds.The same typical range for modern day F1 cars is between 2.1 to 2.7 seconds.The ‘Gen3 Evo’, which can reach speeds of 200mph, is set to be used across the upcoming 11th season.READ MORE ON MOTORSPORTIt will also be the most efficient formula car, with an electric motor providing more than 90 per cent efficiency, compared to the 40 per cent typical of F1 vehicles.There are currently no female drivers in a Formula E race seat.Each of the current teams in the Formula E Championship will be required to field at least one female driver for the half-day test. Three women have competed in a Formula E race before, but that all came in the inaugural 2014 season.Most read in MotorsportWhat is the difference between Formula One and Formula E?The F1 car relies on an internal combustion engine.While Formula E cars are battery-powered and relies on electricity and regenerative braking.F1 races mostly on race tracks, while Formula E prefers street circuits. F1 cars can reach up to 360 km/h (or more) and Formula E cars up to about 280 km/h.BEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSThis included experienced British sports car driver Katherine Legge, Swiss Simona de Silvestro and Italian Michela Cerruti.Meanwhile, the last woman to race in F1 was Italy’s Lella Lombardi in 1976.Mercedes made ‘clear mistake’ that ‘ruined’ Lewis Hamilton’s chances in Singapore GP and left him ‘so angry’Formula E will also hold the first-ever dedicated test session exclusively for women racing drivers in the ABB FIA World Championship.The full line-up of women drivers participating in the test will be announced in the coming weeks.But several squads already have links to female drivers.This includes three-time W Series champion and Indy NXT driver Jamie Chadwick, who races with Andretti and tested one of the American team’s IndyCars earlier this week.Chadwick presented with Sky Sports at the Singapore Grand Prix last weekAlice Powell will likely be offered the chance to take part in testing tooThe 26-year-old Brit was also given the opportunity by Formula E to drive the Gen3 Evo car last season in Portland between official sessions.The test aims to provide the women not only with a destination but also a pathway to develop their careers.Formula E CEO Jeff Dodds said: “We know there isn’t a simple solution for greater diversity in motorsport.”If we’re going to truly give women equality, opportunity and visibility in our series conditions for all need to be the same.”To aid their development and test themselves against those already on the starting grid.”We have to make a start somewhere.”READ MORE SUN STORIESFIA President Mohammed Ben Sulayem said the car represented another “significant leap forward in electric racing” technology.The Formula E season begins in Sao Paulo on December 7, where Pascal Wehrlein will begin his defence of the title he won with Porsche.🏁 Complete F1 2024 race calendar – details on every Grand Prix and start time this year 🏁 More

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      When does Formula E Season 11 start? FULL calendar with 17 races taking place across 11 locations

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      THE 11th season of Formula E will get underway at the end of the year.It comes after a record-breaking campaign for the all-electric championship, which saw a huge surge in its global fanbase.The new Gen3 Evo race car will debut in Season 11Credit: Formula EIn 2023/24, Formula E had a 23% increase in its supporters worldwide, with an average of 374m for the season.Six races from the 10th season outperformed the most viewed S9 – that totalled 31m audiencePascal Wehrlein was the victor last term, topping the drivers’ championship standings with 198 points. The 29-year-old German was victorious in Mexico, Italy and Great Britain during S10.READ MORE IN MOTORSPORTSeason 11 is set to be another thriller with a blend of permanent and built circuits offering an exciting challenge for the drivers.An electrifying new-look Formula E car, known as Gen3 Evo, will be in use for the next two seasons, debuting in S11.The Gen3 Evo will boast “acceleration 30% faster than a current Formula 1 car, and 36% faster than the current Gen3”.There is so much to look forward to ahead of the new Formula E season – and SunSport has all the information you need before S11 kicks off.Most read in MotorsportWhen does Formula E Season 11 start?Pre-season testing for Formula E Season 11 will take place over four days from Monday, November 4, to Thursday, November 7, in Valencia, Spain.This will be the first time teams will take to the track with their new Gen3 Evo race cars.Following pre-season testing, Season 11 will kick off in Sao Paulo on Saturday, December 7.Formula E Season 11 calendarHere is the provisional calendar for Season 11:R1 – Sao Paulo – Saturday, December 7R2 – Mexico City – Saturday, January 11R3 – Jeddah – Friday, February 14R4 – Jeddah – Saturday, February 15R5 – TBC – Saturday, March 8R6 – Miami – Saturday, April 12R7 – Monaco – Saturday, May 3R8 – Monaco – Sunday, May 4R9 – Tokyo – Saturday, May 17R10 – Tokyo – Sunday, May 18R11 – Shanghai – Saturday, May 31R12 – Shanghai – Sunday, June 1R13 – Jakarta – Saturday, June 21R14 – Berlin – Saturday, July 12R15 – Berlin – Sunday, July 13R16 – London – Saturday, July 26R17 – London – Sunday, July 27What’s been said?Jeff Dodds, CEO, Formula E, said: “For Season 11 we’re taking electric racing to the next level and doing things never been done before in motorsport. “Our world-leading GEN3 EVO will debut in front of hundreds of millions of fans around the globe, while adding two brand new locations and combinations of double-headers to grow our sport further.”The new and improved calendar offers a perfect blend of circuits for drivers to push their upgraded cars to the limit, while staying true to our street racing DNA and the on-track action it produces.” Alberto Longo, Co-Founder & Chief Championship Officer, Formula E, said: “We’re thrilled to offer a calendar with some fresh new highlights while building on our legacy locations. “Returning to Miami gives us a home in one of the US’s most iconic and sports-mad cities, while securing a double-header in Monaco is a dream come true.”We can’t wait to build on the success of Tokyo and deliver a double-header, while returning to Jakarta and entertaining our huge Indonesian fanbase too. “With 17 races across the season and our most advanced race car debuting on track, we’re offering our fans cutting-edge sport we could only have hoped for when founding the championship just over 10 years ago.”Marek Nawarecki, Director, FIA Circuit Sport Department, said: “The 2024/25 ABB FIA Formula E World Championship calendar features a range of circuits that will truly showcase the qualities of the brand new GEN3 EVO car, set to be introduced next season.READ MORE SUN STORIES”I’m glad that Formula E capitalizes on the success of the Tokyo and Shanghai races whilst also returning to some of its iconic venues and retaining a good amount of street circuits, which is in its core DNA.”I’m also hopeful that this new season will again play host to some fascinating action on track.” More

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      I’m a former Premier League star now presenting completely different sport, I hadn’t seen it before I was offered job

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      JERMAINE JENAS revealed he accepted his latest presenting job in a new sport without ever watching it.The former Premier League midfielder, 41, retired in 2014 after a spate of injuries aged just 31.Jermaine Jenas is the new presenter of Formula ECredit: X/FIAFormulaEHe revealed all on That Peter Crouch PodcastCredit: YouTube He has since embarked on a wide-ranging career in the media, initially as a pundit before developing into a presenter. And Jenas is now fronting the coverage of the Formula E World Championship.However, he admitted on That Peter Crouch Podcast he was doing the new gig despite being completely new to Formula E.Jenas said: “I always loved Formula One and this particular job came about because FE is a brand-new sport, it’s only nine or ten years old.READ MORE ON FOOTBALL”It’s a sport that revolves around sustainability and the excitement as well.”When they asked me to do it, I was like, ‘Look I’ve never seen this racing before. As much as I love F1, I’m going to have to do a lot of research and work into FE.'”They were like, ‘That’s what we want. It’s a brand-new sport, no one knows enough about it to enjoy it so you can take them on that journey.'”Once that pressure was off and they were telling me some of the venues I would be going to… Mexico, Sao Paulo, Monaco, Tokyo, these sounded like decent places to go.”Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSJenas, who burst through at Nottingham Forest and was made captain at 17, joined Newcastle under Sir Bobby Robson where he was crowned PFA Young Player of the Year before eight seasons with Tottenham.The 21-cap England star finished his career with loans at Aston Villa and Forest then one final season at QPR.Jermaine Jenas threatens to WALK OFF TNT Sports set live on TV after Laura Woods’ brutal comment-He is still a football pundit for TNT and Match of the Day – with many tipping him to eventually replace Gary Lineker as the main presenter.That is especially because the former midfielder is now a permanent co-host of The One Show alongside Alex Jones.But he is still getting to grips with the unusual format of the Formula E presenting. Jenas added: “I love my football and it will always be my bread and butter but because I have started to drift into more of the presenting world as well, I’m testing myself.”The first one in Mexico, if you have ever seen a child thrown in at the deep end just trying to get to the other side, that’s what the whole hour felt like. It was so hard.”We’re doing it for three different channels – TNT, CBS and Roku – and TNT might go to an advert but Roku aren’t so they call it a soft break.READ MORE SUN STORIES”There’s none of that saying goodbye and welcome back to the show, it’s all really awkward joining it together.”It’s been a good start, I’ve done Mexico, done a doubleheader in Saudi then I go to Sao Paulo and Tokyo in March.”Jenas works as a pundit for TNT and Match of the DayCredit: PAHe earned 21 caps for England but retired aged 31Credit: GettyThe midfielder helped Tottenham win the FA Cup in 2008Credit: Action Images – ReutersJenas is one of the main permanent presenters of The One ShowCredit: BBC More

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      Mick Schumacher RULES OUT shock career move despite F1 outcast failing to land a seat for 2024

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      DESPITE his apparent lack of options in Formula 1, Mick Schumacher has ruled out going electric.The 24-year-old son of F1 legend Michael Schumacher has shut down suggestions he could switch to Formula E.
      Mick Schumacher currently works as a reserve driver for Mercedes and McLarenCredit: Getty
      He has previously raced for HaasCredit: Getty
      When asked by Tuttumotori if he would consider the all-electric racing series, the youngster responded: “I’ll be very honest with you and tell you no. I like engines, I like petrol, so definitely not that.
      “Who knows what awaits us in the future? Who knows, maybe by driving it I could even change my expectations.
      “I like old school cars, V8, smell, flames and everything else. That’s what interests me.”
      A former Ferrari academy driver, F2, and F3 champion, Schumacher made the move to F1 in 2021 with the American team Haas.
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      He drove alongside Russian Nikita Mazepin in his rookie season, before he was replaced by Denmark’s Kevin Magnussen in 2022.
      But after two mixed seasons, Schumacher was dropped by Haas and Ferrari.
      Speaking to i News in March, Haas team boss Guenther Steiner explained his decision to part ways with Schumacher: “I just sat down with him and explained that we needed to bring the team forward with an experienced driver.
      “It is part of the job. It is not a nice thing to do. I don’t enjoy it but you just have to be professional about it.
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      “Dealing with a Schumacher is not easy, as you can imagine. He was grown up about it. He wasn’t happy.
      “I would say he saw the writing on the wall. He is a clever kid. He had two years.
      “We didn’t get where we wanted to and I had to make some changes. You cannot beat up a dead horse.”
      Veteran German driver Niko Hulkenberg was subsequently brought in to fill the seat at Haas.
      Schumacher has since worked with Mercedes as their reserve driver, a role he also holds with McLaren.
      Unfortunately, the only seat currently open on the 2024 grid looks to be with Williams alongside Thai driver Alex Albon.
      And while it has yet to be officially confirmed, it is looking increasingly likely that American Logan Sargeant will retain this spot after a tough rookie year.
      Williams recently confirmed that Albon and Sargeant would both participate in their end-of-season tests in Abu Dhabi – the strongest indication to date that the youngster may well return next season, as per The Mirror.
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      Jermaine Jenas lined up for shock new role on TV after MOTDx axing – but fans of the show aren’t impressed

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      JERMAINE JENAS has emerged as a surprise candidate to host Formula E coverage in the UK – leaving fans reeling.This comes as MOTDx was axed by the BBC last week.
      Jermaine Jenas could land himself a new presenting role in motorsportCredit: Getty
      The former Tottenham and Newcastle midfielder has built a rather stacked TV portfolio since hanging up his boots in 2014.
      He’s worked as a football pundit for TNT Sports (formerly BT Sport), but is now a regular guest on Match of the Day as well as being co-host of the BBC’s early-evening staple The One Show.
      Jenas fronted a spin-off version of the iconic highlights show, MOTDx, which was aimed at a younger audience but was recently cancelled by the Beeb.
      A BBC spokesperson said: “Whilst we are proud of MOTDx and would like to thank everyone involved, it will no longer continue.”
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      And now it appears Jenas could be about to branch out into motorsport.
      The Race reported that whoever buys the broadcasts rights for Formula E will consider him for their lead presenter role.
      But fans of the electric car version of Formula 1 are not happy about it.
      One furious user wrote: “Jermaine Jenas? He’s not done much in the field of motorsports. He’s there for the perks and money.”
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      Another added: “No offence but if I’ve got to listen to Jermaine Jenas presenting Formula E I’m going to lose the plot.”
      A third said: “But he’s a football pundit. Does he have any technical knowledge of the sport?”
      Another fumed: Good God. How to kill the coverage.”
      Formula E is looking for a new broadcast host following the conclusion of it’s two-year deal with Channel 4.
      The main problem the sport must solve is its lack of exposure in the UK in recent years.
      Some races were shown on Channel 4’s TV platforms last season, but many were limited to live streams on the broadcaster’s YouTube channels.
      TNT Sport is in line to get the new contract, but that means fans may be alienated by the paywall. More

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      Man rushed to hospital after huge explosion at Formula E testing as garage catches fire & scared staff scream ‘get out’

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      FORMULA E’s pre-season testing has been halted as a man was rushed to hospital after an explosion set a team garage on fire.The accident took place at Valencia’s Circuit Ricardo Tormo and was probably caused by a battery explosion.
      A huge explosion took place during Formula E pre-season testingCredit: Splash
      A man was rushed to hospital but is believed to have escaped serious damageCredit: Splash
      A loud bang was heard from inside the Williams garage, who supply the batteries for the series.
      A man was then rushed to the medical centre after appearing to suffer from smoke inhalation and potential burns.
      However, it has been reported that he escaped without any serious damage.
      Members of staff were seen running away from the garage shouting, “Get out, get out” as the fire brigade rushed to the scene.
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      A Formula E statement read: “In a break between practice sessions, a fire was detected in the pit lane and garage area which has been contained.
      “The on-track Incident Response Team acted immediately to contain the incident while the main pit building and garages were quickly evacuated.
      “One person has been assessed by medics and has been transported to hospital for precautionary checks.
      “Formula E, the FIA and local fire authorities are investigating the cause and will provide a further update in due course. Fire crews remain on site to put out the blaze.”
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      The incident occurred after the Formula E cars returned to the garage following their first three-hour session.
      About 3,000 staff members, teams and journalists were present for the first day of the pre-season test.
      An eye-witness said: “There was a huge bang and everyone started running from the garages.
      “We couldn’t believe how quickly it escalated, there were people sprinting away, others tried to run back but couldn’t because of the smoke. We were evacuated from the pit lane really quickly.” More

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      BBC The Apprentice star Tom Skinner disrupts Formula E team ahead of 2023 London E-Prix by taking drivers out to cafe

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      TV STAR Tom Skinner disrupted Formula E team Envision’s preparation for this weekend’s London races by taking the drivers to Dino’s cafe for breakfast.Skinner, along with Envision drivers Nick Cassidy and former Formula 1 star Sebastien Buemi hailed a black cab and set off to Dino’s cafe, where London-born Skinner treated the duo to steak and ale pie for breakfast.
      Tom Skinner took racing drivers Nick Cassidy and Sebastien Buemi out for breakfastCredit: Paddy McGrath / Spacesuit Media
      Cassidy remains in contention to win the Driver’s Championship and Skinner, famous for his motivational speeches, had some words of encouragement.
      He said: “I want you to go out there, I want you to put on your helmet, put on your gloves, get in that car.
      “Look in the mirror and go, ‘I am the absolute governor, I’m going to win this race. Nobody is going to overtake me because I am the champion and I am going to fly around that track quicker than anyone in the world because, do you know why? I believe in myself.’
      “And don’t go home until you are proud. You, my friend, are going to win it. Ah bosh!”
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      Skinner added that former F1 driver Buemi’s experience is catching up with him.
      He added: “You’re 32, but you look a lot older because of the stress.”
      London hosts the final two Formula E races of the season – Saturday and Sunday – and Envision lead the team standings by 14 points.
      Cassidy remains in contention for the Drivers’ Championship, trailing Jake Daniels by 24 points.
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      Drivers that finish in the top ten of each race earn points, with 25 going to the winner.
      Skinner made a name for himself on The Apprentice – a far cry from selling knocked-off goods and sleeping on the floor.
      He recently became a dad to twins with his wife Sinead who gave birth four weeks early.
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      BBC commentator known as ‘voice of F1’ sacked over allegations of inappropriate touching

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      A BBC commentator among the most recognisable “voices of F1” has been sacked after alleged inappropriate touching. Jack Nicholls was dismissed by IMG – who produce BBC Radio 5 Live’s Formula One coverage – after recent complaints by three people.
      Jack Nicholls has been sacked from his commentary roleCredit: Splash
      He had already been fired by Formula E as their lead commentator ahead of last month’s Monaco Grand Prix following an internal investigation.
      And now a spokesperson said: “IMG has decided to part ways with Jack Nicholls in light of the incidents that led to his departure from Formula E.”
      Allegations first surfaced regarding Nicholls’ behaviour in March.
      Three individuals – all employees at Formula E – made complaints, including one junior colleague he was in a relationship with at the time and two witnesses.
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      The incidents were said to have taken place across the world including in Rome and Cape Town.
      Nicholls, who was regularly dubbed radio’s “voice of F1” by 5 Live listeners, said in his own statement when the allegations were made public: “Although disappointed with the decision, I respect it and accept why it was taken.
      “I want to take full responsibility for what I did and apologise unreservedly for a couple of isolated incidents that has made those concerned feel uncomfortable.
      “I never meant any harm and I am committed to making amends and to be more mindful of my behaviour in future.”
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      Nicholls was a regular on the BBC since 2016.
      He often worked as part of a team that includes ex-F1 driver Jolyon Palmer and Jennie Gow. 
      The commentator, who has now deleted his social media accounts, was also part of the Netflix docu-series Drive To Survive in 2019.
      With Formula E, Nicholls had been a key fixture in the commentary booth from its launch in 2014.
      He became a well-known voice to fans of the sport with nearly a decade in the hot seat.
      However, Ben Edwards replaced Nicholls on the Formula E coverage for the Jakarta ePrix at the beginning of June.
      And Edwards will remain in the role for the rest of this season.
      Nicholls, centre, worked for Formula E for nine years since its launch in 2014Credit: Splash
      Nicholls faced complaints from three peopleCredit: Splash More

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      BBC F1 commentator ‘sacked by Formula E for alleged inappropriate touching as inquiry is launched’

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      A LEADING voice on BBC’s Formula One coverage has been dismissed from his commentary role on Formula E for alleged inappropriate touching.Jack Nicholls has deleted his social media accounts and stood down from Radio 5 Live’s coverage of last weekend’s Monaco Grand Prix following the allegations.
      Jack Nicholls has been axed by Formula ECredit: Twitter
      The BBC F1 commentator has been accused of inappropriate touchingCredit: Getty
      Now an inquiry has been launched after he was accused of inappropriate touching.
      One of the three allegations is understood to relate to a younger member of staff who was in a relationship with Nicholls, according to The Telegraph.
      That was a breach of Formula E guidelines.
      All of the allegations, which emerged as he was preparing to broadcast on Radio 5 Live, were raised within Formula E, the all-electric motor racing series, and caught BBC’s F1 team unaware.
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      Rather than the individual believed to have been affected, two of the complaints were said to have been made by witnesses instead.
      A Formula E statement read: “Formula E can confirm that an investigation was carried out in response to complaints of inappropriate behaviour received about Jack Nicholls.
      “Following this investigation, Jack Nicholls’s contract to provide race commentary was terminated.”
      Nicholls has now released his own statement, saying: “Although disappointed with the decision, I respect it and accept why it was taken.
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      “I want to take full responsibility for what I did and apologise unreservedly for a couple of isolated incidents that has made those concerned feel uncomfortable.
      “I never meant any harm and I am committed to making amends and to be more mindful of my behaviour in future.”
      Nicholls currently still remains at the BBC as a freelancer.
      The Beeb have not received any complaints of Nicholls’ conduct.
      Nicholls has been a regular on BBC since 2016 and often works as part of a team that includes ex-F1 driver Jolyon Palmer and Jennie Gow.  More