Formula E: latest news and miscellaneous info from Morocco

A film shoot took Daniel Abt and Lucas di Grassi to Jamaâ El Fna on Thursday, the famous market place in the heart of Marrakesh. The task to be mastered by the two Audi drivers: buying a hat, a basket and shoes in the traditional souk for 500 dirhams (approx. 50 euros), but spending as little as possible on their purchases. The challenge was won by Daniel Abt, who afterwards proudly delivered his shopping to Team Principal Allan McNish.

Daniel Abt and Lucas di Grassi got to listen to traditional Moroccan music at the branch office of Audi’s partner DHL. The two Formula E stars received an enthusiastic welcome from the DHL staff, avidly signed autographs and patiently fulfilled selfie wishes.

Lucas di Grassi spent the Christmas holidays in two different worlds: a skiing vacation in Colorado (USA) was followed by the family’s first joint Christmas celebration with their son Leonardo at home in Brazil.