Guenther: “Performance reasons” behind 40-place Formula E Sao Paulo grid drop

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A decision to suffer a 40-place grid drop ahead of the Sao Paulo E-Prix after changing parts was for “performance reasons”, says Maximilian Guenther as he recovered to score points.

The Maserati MSG driver showed encouraging pace throughout practice and qualifying during Formula E’s trip to Brazil last weekend. But ahead of the race – which was won by Sam Bird as he scored McLaren’s maiden win in the all-electric championship – both the gearbox and inverter on his Gen3 machine were changed which equated to a 40-place grid drip.

“Great feeling, great pace, good overtaking moves, step-by-step moving forward and then to finish the race in the points is very good.” Maximilian Guenther, Maserati Racing Photo by: Alexander Trienitz When asked post-race if the parts changed had been damaged, Guenther stated “it was only for performance reasons”, which potentially suggests that Maserati MSG may have found a performance boost with its car.

 

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