Mercedes Formula 1 boss Toto Wolff has praised Formula E for being “absolutely valid” and described the all-electric series as “Super Mario Kart with real drivers”. In November last year, Wolff took time away from his hectic F1 schedule to attend the 2019-20 Formula E season opener in Saudi Arabia, a race which marked Mercedes’ debut in the championship after the German squad took over the HWA Racelab entry for season six. “I really enjoyed the experience, I must say,” Wolff said about his first experience of Formula E. Related Articles Porsche signs Wehrlein for 2020-21 Formula E season Massa to depart Venturi Formula E team after 2019-20 finale

“I’ve never been to Saudi Arabia before and launching our Mercedes Formula E journey was very special.

“The crowds were phenomenal, seeing how this country is opening up – something I didn’t expect in that way. And the racing is very different to Formula 1, clearly you can say that.

“For me, it’s Super Mario Kart with real drivers, but it’s absolutely valid to give that a chance.”