Daniil Kvyat is back being a rookie after being named for the Formula E Rookie Test – by DS Penske – to take place during the Jeddah EPrix.
The former Formula 1 driver has taken part in rookie sessions before, at the Rookie Test in Berlin with then-NIO 333. The Russian is now set to take the wheel of the DS E-TENSE FE25 during the FP0 session at the Jeddah Corniche Circuit.
Kvyat, 30, is an accomplished driver with extensive experience in top-tier motorsport. Having competed in multiple Formula 1 seasons with teams such as Red Bull Racing and Scuderia Toro Rosso, Kvyat has demonstrated skill and adaptability at the top level. “With podium finishes and years of experience in high-pressure race environments, he brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to the DS PENSKE squad,” say the team.
‘I am very excited to join the team for the Rookie Free Practice,” says Kvyat. “It is my first time driving a Formula E new-generation GEN3 Evo car, and I am eager to get a feel for it on track. I already know some of the faces in the team, which makes this experience even more exciting! I cannot wait to get started and see where this test will take us.’”
“We’re delighted to have Daniil join us for FP0 in Jeddah,” adds Deputy Team Principal Phil Charles. “His background in Formula 1 and his proven ability to perform at the highest level will provide invaluable insights for our team. We are looking forward to seeing how Daniil adapts to the demands of the track and contributes to our overall weekend preparations.”
Rookies named so far –
Mahindra: Kush Maini
Envision Racing: Zak O’Sullivan
CUPRA Kiro: Mikkel Jensen
McLaren: Alex Dunne
DS Penske: Daniil Kvyat
[The story is as per press release]
