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Di Grassi Wins Shanghai E-Prix, Wehrlein Leads

Lucas Di Grassi delivered a sensational first victory for Lola Yamaha Abt in the Formula E Shanghai E-Prix as Pascal Wehrlein took the championship lead.

Lucas Di Grassi secured the first Formula E win for Lola Yamaha Abt in the second Shanghai E-Prix. The Brazilian driver capitalized on Mitch Evans' technical problem before the start, which forced the Jaguar driver to retire from the race.

The race began behind the safety car for two laps due to heavy rain conditions. With Evans out of contention, Pascal Wehrlein seized the opportunity to take the championship lead, significantly shifting the standings in the ongoing season. sport-ipl.my