Formula E 2015-2016 1 2015-10-24 2015-10-24 https://r2.thesportsdb.com/images/media/event/poster/rrtwww1451423141.jpg The 2015 Beijing ePrix, formally the 2015 FIA Formula E SWUSP Beijing ePrix, was a Formula E motor race that was held on 24 October 2015 at the Beijing Olympic Green Circuit in Beijing, China. It was the second edition of the Beijing ePrix and the first race of the second season of the electrically powered racing car series. The race was dominated by Sébastien Buemi, who won starting from pole position. Since he also recorded the fastest lap, he became the first driver to score the maximum of 30 points from a single ePrix The Beijing Olympic Green Circuit was slightly modified in comparison to the previous year. The first chicane, previously Turns 3, 4 and 5, has been removed with the second chicane taking a tighter profile than last year. Drivers believe that the modified layout offers increased chances of overtaking. Three drivers made their Formula E debut at this ePrix: Jacques Villeneuve (for Venturi, Robin Frijns (for Amlin Andretti) and Nathanaël Berthon (for Team Aguri). Trulli did not start the Beijijng ePrix because of a failure to submit their car for scrutineering. The team claimed that key components had been held up in customs. They will be able to resubmit their car for scrutineering for the second race. The Fanboost was awarded to Nelson Piquet Jr., Sam Bird and Oliver Turvey. 491153