Antonio Felix Da Costa counting positives as he finishes third at Shanghai E-Prix: “It was all about bringing the podium home”

Antonio Felix Da Costa, who won the last Formula E race in Shanghai, made sure he didn’t go home empty-handed this time. The TAG Heuer Porsche driver was pleased to finish third on the podium at the Shanghai E-Prix and also expressed happiness for winner Nick Cassidy of Jaguar TCS Racing.

Da Costa wasn't the only member of his team to reach the podium—he was joined by teammate Pascal Wehrlein, who secured second place.

Antonio Da Costa on finishing third in Shanghai

Sharing his experience after the race, Da Costa said, “It was very hard from inside the car. I felt like my balance wasn’t quite there and I really struggled with my rears, so it wasn’t enjoyable and it was very hard to keep the car on track. I was slow to be honest, but good enough for a podium – two cars from the team are on the podium so that’s always positive.”Talking about his third-place finish, he added, “I’m happy for Nick [Cassidy], he did a really good job, but we’ve got good points. Starting second and finishing third is not ideal – in the beginning I thought we had something, but then it was clear to me that I didn’t have the pace of the two cars in front, so it was all about bringing the podium home.”

Antonio now stands third in the 2025 Formula E Driver Standings with 88 points.

Taking to Instagram after the race, Antonio Felix Da Costa shared a picture of himself spraying champagne from the podium. He wrote along with it, “Today we got a podium. P3 on a very rainy day. We keep fighting. Thanks guys.”
Many congratulated him in the comments section. One fan wrote in his praise, “You drive great and make Portugal proud beyond its borders. You will win the championship. I believe in you. Go for it.” Another said, “A weekend where I can see your smile. Thank you too.” One more added, “Let’s go.”Also Read: Shanghai E-Prix 2025 Round 11 results: Nick Cassidy wins, Porsche duo Pascal Wehrlein and Antonio Da Costa take 2nd and 3rd spotDa Costa has claimed four podiums this season but is still waiting for a win. There are five more races remaining, with the next one taking place in Jakarta on June 21.