Pascal Wehrlein led the Formula E title race during the first half of Season 12, but recent rounds have seen a significant shift in fortunes for the Porsche driver. The German has dropped to fourth in the Drivers' Standings with 101 points following a frustrating weekend in Monaco. Luck did not appear to be on Wehrlein's side in the principality, contributing to his slide in the championship order. However, the reigning world champion remains undeterred and has outlined what he believes is necessary to get his title challenge back on track, while also setting his sights on a strong result in the next race.
Pascal Wehrlein on what has hurt his title challenge
With seven races still remaining before the conclusion of Formula E Season 12, Wehrlein discussed what Porsche needs to do to strengthen its championship prospects. Speaking to RacingNews365.com, he said, "It's small details. The margins are so small; small things or small decisions are making a big difference and having a big impact on how the weekend goes." Reflecting on recent events, he added, "In Berlin, we were clearly the quickest, almost got two pole positions that weekend, to a weekend [in Monaco] which was a bit more difficult on pace, but still good enough for good points or podium positions. That's how it is. You cannot be dominant from track to track, but I'd say clearly, in Monaco we under-delivered." Wehrlein's Monaco weekend was particularly unfortunate. In Round 9, he was involved in a collision with teammate Nico Muller, costing him a potential strong result. Then, in Round 10, a puncture effectively ended any hopes of a significant points haul.
Pascal Wehrlein hopeful ahead of Sanya E-Prix
Despite the setbacks, Pascal Wehrlein remains focused on the championship battle and optimistic about his chances at the upcoming Sanya E-Prix in China, scheduled for 20 June. "The frustrating part is that in the last four races, there was quite a lot going on. Still, we are not far behind in the championship, so everything is possible. I try to focus on the next race, focus on what I can do there, and that's it," he told the publication. With seven races still to come, Wehrlein remains firmly in contention and believes there is enough time to turn his season around.
