(CNN) Mitch Evans negotiated a chaotic opening lap that saw bumps, crashes and a multi-car pile up before pulling off a dramatic overtaking maneuver to secure victory at the Rome E-Prix Saturday.

Evans' triumph is his first in Formula E and a first for Panasonic Jaguar in the sport. It also means that for the seventh time in seven races this season, a different driver and constructor has taken the checkered flag.

"I've got no words, to be honest," Evans said after the race.

"Everyone has worked their hearts out. This feels really special.

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