In an atmosphere brimming with excitement and speed, the fourth round of the ABB FIA Formula E World Championship kicked off at the Jeddah Corniche Circuit, which is hosting this global event for the eighth consecutive time in Saudi Arabia. The race saw German driver Pascal Wehrlein of the TAG Heuer Porsche team crowned champions after an exceptional performance and masterful tactics that allowed him to outperform his rivals.
Details of the crowning and top positions
Deputy Minister of Sport, Bader bin Abdulrahman Al-Qadi, presented the first-place trophy to German driver Pascal Wehrlein amidst a large crowd of applause. At the other podium positions, His Royal Highness Prince Khalid bin Sultan Al Abdullah Al Faisal, Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Saudi Arabian Motor Federation and the Saudi Motor Company, presented the second-place trophy to Swiss driver Edoardo Mortara of the Mahindra Racing team. New Zealander Mitch Evans of the Jaguar TCS Racing team finished third, thus confirming Porsche's lead in the team standings for this round.
Qualifying events
The main race was preceded by strong qualifying matches held on Friday afternoon, where Swiss driver Edoardo Mortara showed great skill that enabled him to top the qualifiers, followed by German driver Maximilian Günther of the DS Penske team in second place, while Pascal Wehrlein only managed third place in the qualifiers, before turning the tables in the main race and snatching the title.
Jeddah Corniche Circuit: A stage for speed and sustainability
Hosting this event at the Jeddah Corniche Circuit is particularly significant, as it is one of the fastest street circuits in the world, presenting a major technical challenge for drivers and engineering teams in managing power and top speed. Organizing this race in Jeddah builds upon the Kingdom's previous successes in hosting Formula E races, from historic Diriyah to the Bride of the Red Sea, further solidifying the Kingdom's position as a leading global destination for motorsports.
Strategic and environmental dimensions of the event
The ABB Formula E Championship is not only important for its competitive aspect, but also serves as a global platform to promote sustainability and clean energy. This championship aligns directly with the goals of Saudi Vision 2030, which places great emphasis on renewable energy and environmental conservation. The Ministry of Sport and the Saudi Arabian Motor Federation's commitment to organizing this event reflects their dedication to supporting activities that combine sporting excitement with environmental awareness, highlighting the future of electric mobility.
Date of the anticipated fifth round
The excitement continues in Jeddah, as all eyes turn to Saturday, February 14, 2026, for the fifth round of the championship. Free practice is scheduled to begin at 1:30 PM, followed by the decisive qualifying session at 3:40 PM, with the main race of the fifth round starting at 8:05 PM. A fierce competition is expected as drivers look to make up for the results of the fourth round.
