Antonio Felix da Costa Celebrates Consecutive Formula E Victories in Madrid
Antonio Felix da Costa is riding a wave of success after clinching his second straight win of the season at the Madrid E-Prix. The Jaguar TCS Racing driver, who recently secured his first victory with the team in Jeddah, continued his impressive form by triumphing in Madrid. This achievement not only makes him the only driver with two wins this season but also elevates him to a tie with Formula E legend Sebastien Buemi for the second-most career wins in the championship.
Historic Milestone: Da Costa Ties Buemi in Formula E Wins
With his victory in Madrid, Da Costa now shares 14 Formula E wins with Sebastien Buemi, placing them both in second place on the all-time list. His teammate, Mitch Evans, currently leads with 15 wins. Formula E celebrated this feat by posting a tribute on social media, highlighting Da Costa's rising status in the sport.
Lucas Di Grassi, whom Da Costa surpassed on the wins list, responded with applause emojis, now holding third place with 13 victories. Da Costa's brother, Duarte Felix da Costa, expressed pride with a simple "DAC" message accompanied by trophy and bicep emojis. Fans flooded the comments with excitement, praising Da Costa's performance and Jaguar's dominance.
Special Podium Finish with Teammate Mitch Evans in Madrid
The Madrid E-Prix, Round 6 of the Formula E season, was particularly meaningful for Da Costa. He crossed the finish line first at the Circuito del Jarama, cheered on by family and friends who had traveled to support him. Adding to the celebration, his teammate Mitch Evans joined him on the podium in second place, creating a memorable 1-2 finish for Jaguar TCS Racing.
After the race, Da Costa shared his joy, stating, "Back-to-back wins, a 1-2 for the team, that doesn't happen often! Massive congratulations to all the boys and girls back in the UK providing us with these cars. It's kind of a home race for me, I have a lot of friends and family here, and it's a bit of a dream day." He also acknowledged Evans's strong performance, noting his comeback from the back of the grid.
Looking Ahead: Da Costa's Focus on Berlin Double-Header
Currently enjoying some downtime at home, the 34-year-old Portuguese driver is preparing for the next challenge. He will return to action for Round 7 in Berlin, with the double-header event scheduled from May 1-3. As the season progresses, Da Costa's recent successes position him as a key contender in the championship race.
