Cian Shields to make Formula E debut with Cupra Kiro at Madrid Rookie Test

Days after confirming Bianca Bustamante for the Madrid Rookie Test, Cupra Kiro has announced another rookie, Cian Shields, for the test. Shields will be making his Formula E debut at the Circuito del Jarama. He previously took part in a Free Practice session during the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix. The Madrid Rookie Test will take place soon after the Madrid E-Prix on 22 March.

Formula 2 driver Cian Shields to test Formula E car with Cupra Kiro in Madrid

Speaking about Cian Shields’ racing career, the 21-year-old is currently competing in Formula 2 with AIX Racing. He has also competed in the GB3 Championship, where he secured one victory and three podium finishes in his rookie season. Shields later finished runner-up in the Euroformula Open Championship and went on to race in Formula 3 as well.

Delighted to join Cupra Kiro, Cian Shields said, as quoted by Formula E, “I’m delighted to be joining Cupra Kiro for the upcoming Rookie Test in Madrid. The test will be my first experience of driving a Formula E car, so it’s a very exciting opportunity to learn, adapt and understand what makes this championship so unique. In motorsport, rookie tests are becoming increasingly important, and with more teams giving young drivers opportunities, it’s a great platform not only to develop but also to show what you can do.”

“Formula E is completely new territory for me, and I’m looking forward to working with and learning from Dan [Ticktum], Pepe [Martí], and Bianca [Bustamante] across the weekend,” he added.

Cupra Kiro on Cian Shields’ Formula E debut

Sharing his thoughts on selecting Cian Shields, Cupra Kiro Team Principal Russell O'Hagan said, “I’m excited to welcome Cian to the team for his first experience of Formula E. As a fully electric category, Formula E is a uniquely demanding championship, but I’m very confident that the opportunity to experience the GEN3 Evo will be hugely beneficial for his development, giving him a new perspective to complement his recent single-seater experiences.”

“The upcoming test is an important opportunity for us as a team, and while we’re eager to maximise it, we’re also very excited to extend this chance to Cian and support his progression. I can’t wait to see how he gets on,” he added.

All the other Formula E teams have also announced their rookies for the Madrid Rookie Test, including Juju Noda and Bryce Aron for Jaguar TCS Racing. Theo Pourchaire and Joshua Durksen will be driving for Citroen Racing during the test.

Also read: Madrid Rookie Test: Theo Pourchaire back in Formula E car, Joshua Durksen set for debut



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