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Felix Rosenqvist has long been considered a talent that deserves to be competing at the highest level, yet has never quite got the right opportunity. But 2018 looks set to be the year the super Swede truly announces himself on the big stage.

After a mightily impressive debut season in Formula E with Mahindra that saw him take one pole and one win, Rosenqvist has already stamped his authorities in the new campaign with two wins from three races.

Rosenqvist has a handle on street circuits that makes him a potent force in Formula E, and while Mahindra may lack the manufacturer might of rivals Audi, Renault or Jaguar, the team has a tight-knit squad that has worked hard to perfect its processes over the year.

Rosenqvist is yet to confirm his other plans for 2018, but a return to Super Formula seems likely. Formula E remains his focus, though, and a title bid is certainly in the offing. The challenge will be living up to expectations and taking another big step towards establishing himself as one of motorsport’s finest talents.