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Max Günther, the winner of the Tokyo E-Prix, expressed his confidence and excitement as he prepares for the next round of the FIA Formula E World Championship in Misano. Günther, representing Maserati MSG Racing, triumphed over Nissan’s Oliver Rowland on the streets of Tokyo, securing his first Formula E victory of the season and bringing him closer to the leading contenders in the Drivers’ Championship. Reflecting on his performance, Günther stated, “The start of the season has been positive, and Tokyo was an exceptional weekend. Since São Paulo, we have consistently demonstrated strong pace in all sessions, and I feel extremely comfortable in the car and within the team. Everything is falling into place nicely.” Günther also expressed his ambitions for the season, saying, “I am determined to have a successful and competitive season. We are currently in a favorable position, along with six other drivers. Although it is still early, we are eager to perform well.”
The upcoming race at Misano will mark Formula E’s debut on the purpose-built track, which is well-known among Moto GP enthusiasts. Günther believes that the wider nature of the circuit will likely result in a peloton-style race, and he sees this as an opportunity to achieve another strong outcome. He explained, “We have put in a lot of effort in recent months to optimize our overall performance, as last year we excelled on faster tracks such as Jakarta and permanent circuits. However, our performance in Tokyo, a typical street circuit, was outstanding. Therefore, I am confident that regardless of the track we compete on, we will approach it with a positive mindset. Misano will present a different challenge compared to Tokyo, but we are optimistic about it. The track looks impressive, and although it will require energy-saving strategies, similar to what we witnessed in São Paulo, I believe it will be an exciting and dynamic race. Many unexpected events can occur in this type of race, but I am motivated and carry the momentum from the previous weekend.”