The 2026 Tokyo E-Prix had everything Formula E fans could ask for. There was rain, changing track conditions, a first-ever night race in Tokyo, a surprise winner, a new championship leader and a manufacturers’ title celebration. Mahindra Racing’s Nyck de Vries produced a brilliant drive to win the race after starting fifth, while the title battle took another dramatic turn with just two races left in the season.
Nyck De Vries shines in tricky conditions at Tokyo E-Prix
Nyck de Vries delivered one of his best performances of the season to claim victory for Mahindra Racing. Starting from fifth on the grid, the Dutch driver handled the mixed weather conditions perfectly and worked his way into the lead.Citroen Racing’s Nick Cassidy finished second, while Andretti Formula E’s Jake Dennis completed the podium in third place.
Big blow for Formula E title contenders
The race proved costly for championship rivals Pascal Wehrlein of Porsche Formula E and Mitch Evans of Jaguar TCS Racing. Both drivers failed to score any points, hurting their title hopes.Dennis made the most of the opportunity and moved to the top of the ABB FIA Formula E Drivers’ World Championship standings with only two races remaining this season. While the drivers’ title race remains open, Porsche Formula E celebrated after securing the 2025/26 ABB FIA Formula E Manufacturers’ World Championship.
First Formula E night race in Tokyo
The Tokyo E-Prix created history by hosting the city’s first-ever Formula E night race. Fans packed the circuit to witness the unique spectacle under the lights. The event also attracted several well-known guests, including Princess Yoko of Mikasa, model and entrepreneur Lori Harvey, actor Melvin Gregg and fashion designer Shinsuke Takizawa.Olympians Yuki Ota, Laura Nolte and Adam Ammour were also present, along with Japanese TV presenter Ohshima Rinon, local racing star Juju Noda and former Formula E world champion Stoffel Vandoorne. One of the biggest moments away from the main race came when Japanese racer Juju Noda drove a GEN3 Evo Formula E car. It was the first time a Japanese driver had driven a Formula E car on home soil.Japanese music group One or Eight entertained fans with a live performance before the race, adding to the festive atmosphere.
Formula E fans get behind-the-scenes access
Special guests enjoyed exclusive access to Formula E’s inner workings during the race weekend. They watched the race start from the Jaguar TCS Racing garage and followed qualifying sessions from the Andretti Formula E, Lola Yamaha ABT Formula E and DS Penske Formula E garages, getting a close look at the teams in action.
Spotlight on women’s motorsport
The Tokyo E-Prix also featured the KYOJO CUP’s special ‘World Appearance & EV Kart Trial’ programme. Female drivers competed in an EV kart time trial on a 600-metre circuit and took part in a driver introduction and award ceremony. The programme showcased Japan’s women’s motorsport scene and supported Formula E’s focus on diversity and developing future talent. Also read: Nyck de Vries on winning Tokyo E-Prix Round 15: “We were a little bit lucky today”
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