Countdown to Shanghai E-Prix begins as special trophies and soundtrack unveiled for Formula E double header

The FIA Formula E World Championship is set to return to China this weekend with a double-header at the iconic Shanghai International Circuit, marking Rounds 10 and 11 of Season 11. The track will welcome 22 drivers racing in their Gen3 Evo cars, making the electric car’s debut on Chinese soil in what promises to be another thrilling chapter of the all-electric single-seater championship.Formula E unveiled the official trophies for the Shanghai E-Prix on its social media platforms. A series of images shared on Instagram came with the caption: “Traditional meets innovation. Historic Chinese jewellery company Laofengxiang will provide the silverware for the Shanghai double-header. Fans can get up close with the trophy and the GEN3 Evo all week, outside their flagship Shanghai store.”Fans quickly showed their appreciation for the uniquely designed trophies. One commented, “Love that we’re getting more special trophies for each race now.” Another wrote, “These are stunning!!! I would love an individual trophy each race!” A third added, “Wow they're stunning.. I vote to have a similar trophy for next year's F1 race.” One more fan simply said, “That looks gorgeous.” Another said, “Wooow, they're beautiful.”Formula E has also released a promotional video on Instagram with the caption: “An iconic track created for iconic racing. If Season 10 was anything to go by, we are in for an action packed weekend!” The video adds to the growing excitement around the Shanghai E-Prix and hints at a high-stakes weekend ahead.
China holds a special place in Formula E’s legacy. It was the first-ever country to host a Formula E race, kicking off Season 1 in 2014 with the Beijing E-Prix. That’s why the 2025 Hankook Shanghai E-Prix feels like a homecoming for the championship—returning to a country that holds a special place in its history. Also Read: Shanghai E-Prix 2025: Schedule, timings, where to watch the Shanghai double-headerSince that inaugural event, Formula E has raced in four different Chinese cities—Beijing, Hong Kong, Sanya, and Shanghai. Across the nine races held in China so far, eight different drivers have claimed victory, highlighting the unpredictable and competitive spirit of the series. Sebastien Buemi of Envision Racing stands out as the only driver with two wins in China, securing victories in Beijing (Season 2) and Hong Kong (Season 3).