What the series shows
The second series of the documentary about Formula E will be released this Friday. The makers followed teams and drivers throughout the season. They had intensive access behind the scenes. The series focuses on Oliver Rowland, Pascal Wehrlein, Antonio Félix da Costa, Taylor Barnard and Dan Ticktum. Experts from the sport provide additional analysis.
Porsche inboard engines: the split between Wehrlein and da Costa
The documentary reveals how deep the resentment between the two Porsche drivers ran. Exactly what was said in the run-up to the opening race in São Paulo remains unclear. However, there is footage of the tense atmosphere at the parade.
The dispute then escalated on the track. In Shanghai, they almost collided with each other. Later in Berlin, a misunderstanding in free practice led to da Costa crashing into the wall. The relationship was then beyond repair.
Da Costa shows that he had mixed feelings. Sometimes he wanted to keep quiet and continue driving for the brand, but at the same time he wondered why he couldn't just be happy. He even considered other options outside Porsche. Nevertheless, he continued driving and later delivered a crucial victory that helped the team win titles.
It shows how professional success and personal tension can coexist. By the end of the series, there was little warmth left between Wehrlein and da Costa. When Wehrlein is asked if they ever have a beer together, he replies with an uninterested ‘maybe’.
Ticktum vs Barnard: a British rivalry
A less expected storyline is the battle between Dan Ticktum and Taylor Barnard. Both Britons collide several times on the track. The biggest anger arose in Shanghai. Barnard defended his position more marginally than Ticktum would have liked.
Barnard responds calmly. He says he doesn't race for friendships, but to win. Ticktum is more emotional and often adds fuel to the fire. After their confrontations, he sometimes speaks harshly about Barnard, which only serves to increase the rivalry.
Dan Ticktum: showman with depth
Ticktum remains a striking personality. The series shows both his crazy antics and his serious side. There are comical scenes, such as driving an extravagant Cadillac through London and taking a trophy home after a victory.
But the camera also follows his sporting recovery. After a difficult weekend in Monaco, he later achieves pole position, a podium finish and even a victory. His mental coach plays a major role in this. That coach emphasises that you cannot completely change people's characters. People have vulnerabilities and make mistakes.
At the end of the season, Ticktum briefly appears as a possible candidate for Porsche. He reacts sulkily when the brand chooses another driver, and lets it be known in a slightly mocking way that he considers himself better.
Oliver Rowland: the personal battle behind the title
Rowland's title year receives a lot of attention. The documentary first explains why that title meant so much to him. His story is one of years of uncertainty. His father died early. Rowland had to adjust his F1 dream and fight hard for paid seats. He had difficult periods at Mahindra before turning the tide at Nissan.
One of the most moving moments is his visit to his home in Penistone. His mother keeps all the trophies from his childhood. That image shows the sacrifices his parents made. Rowland says that he was sometimes afraid that all that effort would be in vain.
In Berlin, he seemed to lose control for a moment after a collision with Stoffel Vandoorne. The pressure was palpable. Ultimately, he held his ground. His reaction to winning the title was pure and emotional. He said that his father would have been proud. Then he added, matter-of-factly and with a smile, that his father might not have been a fan of electric cars.
Important scenes and points of interest
- The moments of conflict in São Paulo and the aftermath within Porsche.
- The near-collision and subsequent contact between Wehrlein and da Costa in Shanghai and Berlin.
- Dan Ticktum's publicity stunts and personal antics, alongside his sporting recovery.
- The structure of Rowland's story: from difficult years to world championship.
- Crucial races such as Jakarta and the penultimate race in London determined the team result.
Where and when to see it
All four episodes of the series will be available on Prime Video from Friday 28 November. The series can be viewed at no extra cost to members of that service.
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