Mark your calendars: the E1 World Championship electric powerboat race is arriving in Miami on November 7-8. This will mark one of the most anticipated events of the year for fans of speed, sustainability, and celebrity-powered sport. Tickets go on sale September 24 at 12 PM. Team Miami, co-owned by Latin music star Marc Anthony, will be one of the competitors in this stunning new wave of water racing.
Here’s everything you need to know.
The inaugural season was in 2024. Team Brady won the first UIM E1 World Championship.
E1 is global, with races staged in major waterfront cities (or ones willing to host). Some race locations past and future include:
City | Season(s) hosted / planned |
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Jeddah, Saudi Arabia | First event (2024) and again in 2025 |
Venice, Italy | 2024 |
Puerto Banús, Spain | 2024 |
Lake Como, Italy | 2024 |
Monaco | 2024 & 2025 |
Doha, Qatar | 2025 |
Dubrovnik, Croatia | 2025 |
Lago Maggiore, Italy | 2025 |
Lagos, Nigeria | Also on the calendar (Africa’s debut for E1) |
Miami, USA | Will host the race November 7-8 |
These locations are chosen not just for spectacle, but also to showcase innovation in marine tech, environmental consciousness, and iconic waterfronts. The Miami race will be held on Virginia Key, next to the historic Miami Marine Stadium.
One of E1’s key draws is its roster of celebrity owners and high-profile figures. Having famous names helps boost visibility, attract sponsors, media coverage, and also reflects the crossover between sport, entertainment, and sustainable tech. Here are some of the owners and teams:
Team | Owner(s) / Champion(s) |
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Team Miami | Marc Anthony, among others |
Team Brady | Tom Brady |
Westbrook Racing | Will Smith |
Team Blue Rising | Virat Kohli |
Aoki Racing Team | Steve Aoki |
Team AIUIa | LeBron James |
Others | Rafael Nadal, Sergio Pérez, Didier Drogba are among prominent names involved |
Each team fields two pilots (one male, one female) per race, who share driving duties across sessions.
Some key details about the Miami stop:
Additional fan-friendly features:
This event isn’t just about speed. It’s part of several larger trends:
Question | Answer |
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Is this the first time E1 will race in the U.S.? | Yes — the November Miami GP will be the first U.S. stop for the E1 World Championship. |
How fast are the boats? | RaceBirds are hydrofoil boats capable of lifting off the water, reducing drag significantly. They reach speeds around 50 knots (~57 mph). |
How many teams and pilots compete? | There are 9 teams in the 2025 season, each with two pilots (one female, one male). |
Will there be practice/qualifying etc.? | Yes — a full weekend format: practice, free practice, qualifying on day one; various elimination rounds culminating in finals on day two. |
The E1 World Championship in Miami is shaping up to be a spectacle: sleek electric boats, star power (Marc Anthony among team owners, plus international celebs across the field), environmental ambition, and entertainment. Whether you’re a motorsport fan, someone interested in sustainability, or just looking for something thrilling to do in Miami in November, this could be one of the must-attend events.
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