“Monaco is always special”: Formula E drivers ready for a huge weekend in the Principality

Speaking ahead of this weekend’s double-header in the Principality, several drivers described the Monaco E-Prix as one of the most prestigious and demanding events on the Formula E calendar.

Jaguar TCS Racing driver Mitch Evans, currently second in the championship standings after his recent victory in Berlin, called it “a privilege” to race on the streets of Monte-Carlo.

The New Zealander, who won in Monaco in 2024, is hoping for a much stronger weekend this time after admitting last year’s event was particularly difficult for him.

Just a few points separate Evans from championship leader Pascal Wehrlein, with the title battle expected to intensify across the two Monaco races.

Mahindra Racing’s Edoardo Mortara also highlighted the importance of the Monaco round, describing it as “the biggest event of the season.”

Despite his strong qualifying performances so far this year, including three pole positions, Mortara admitted Monaco’s unique street circuit always brings uncertainty.

Meanwhile, Sébastien Buemi — the most successful Formula E driver in Monaco history with three victories — said he was approaching the weekend cautiously.

The Envision Racing driver believes consistency and adapting session by session will be crucial around the narrow and unforgiving circuit.

French drivers Jean-Éric Vergne and Norman Nato also shared their excitement about racing in Monaco, with Nato calling it a “special” home event thanks to the close proximity to southern France and the presence of family and supporters this weekend.

DS Penske’s Maximilian Günther added that the unusual double-race format in Monaco this year will bring an extra strategic challenge, forcing teams and drivers to constantly adapt across both race days.