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Ticktum makes last-lap pass for victory in Tokyo E-Prix opener

Racer • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 25, 2026, 1:20 PM

Last updated Jul 25, 2026

Ticktum makes last-lap pass for victory in Tokyo E-Prix opener
Summary

Dan Ticktum claimed victory in the first race of the Formula E Tokyo E-Prix on July 25, 2026, after executing a last-lap overtaking move on Jake Dennis. Despite indicating he would settle for second place over team radio earlier in the race, Ticktum seized the win in a surprising maneuver. Mitch Evans also made headlines by reclaiming the drivers’ championship lead, while Pascal Wehrlein’s race ended prematurely, failing to finish. This opening race sets the stage for a competitive season ahead in Formula E.

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By the Numbers
  • •Dan Ticktum wins Tokyo E-Prix opener on July 25, 2026.
  • •Jake Dennis finishes second after leading most of the race.
  • •Mitch Evans regains the drivers' championship lead.
  • •Pascal Wehrlein fails to finish the race.
Latest Updates
  • 1:20 PMRacer — Ticktum wins opening Tokyo E-Prix with last-lap pass
  • 1:14 PMAutosport — Formula E Tokyo E-Prix: Ticktum pulls off last-lap overtake on Dennis for victory
  • 1:12 PMMotorsport.com — Formula E Tokyo E-Prix: Dan Ticktum pulls off last-lap overtake on Jake Dennis for victory
What they're saying
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Dan Ticktum stunned Jake Dennis with a last-lap overtake to clinch victory in the Formula E Tokyo opener, while Mitch Evans reclaimed the drivers’ championship lead as Pascal Wehrlein failed to finish. The Cupra Kiro driver outfoxed Dennis on the final lap, despite having communicated over team radio a few laps earlier that he would not attack and settle for second. Using a smart ...Keep reading

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Dan Ticktum stunned Jake Dennis with a last-lap overtake to clinch victory in the Formula E Tokyo opener, while Mitch Evans reclaimed the drivers’ championship lead as Pascal Wehrlein failed to finish. The Cupra Kiro driver outfoxed Dennis on the final lap, despite having communicated over team radio a few laps earlier that he would not attack and settle for second. Using a smart ...Keep reading

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Cupra Kiro's Dan Ticktum made a last-lap move to snatch a somewhat unexpected win from Jake Dennis in the first race of the Tokyo E-Prix.

— Racerby Dominik Wilde
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