Team Brady Wins Inaugural All-Electric Boat Racing E1 World Championship
Following races in iconic global cities around the world, including Jeddah, Venice and Monaco, Team Brady won the E1 Series World Championship after overcoming strong competition from eight other teams.
E1 is part of the Electric 360 partnership created by PIF earlier this year, which focuses on the future of electric mobility. This first-of-its-kind partnership across E1, Formula E and Extreme E will redefine the future of electric racing and drive technological innovation – while leading the way in carbon reduction.
Competing in the Championship's RaceBird, a futuristic electric powerboat that utilizes innovative hydrofoil technology, Team Brady overcame challenges from Will Smith's Westbrook Racing and Marc Anthony's Team Miami powered by Magnus who finished in second and third place respectively.
Team Brady piloted by Welshman Sam Coleman and Finn Emma Kimiläinen, powered to Championship victory after posting three wins across the season – finishing the first-ever season with an 11-point lead over their nearest rival.
Tom Brady , Team Owner said, "It feels amazing to win the first E1 World Championship. I'm proud of the team and what we've accomplished. Competition is exciting for us, and life is about making memories and relationships, and I think what we've established in terms of our teamwork has been one of the most gratifying parts.
"Our Team Principals Ben [King] and Joe [Sturdy] led the way and solved a lot of problems. I was able to witness the way they handled the different adversities that we were facing throughout the season, it was great to see. Obviously our two pilots, Sam and Emma, how they played off each other, their chemistry and the camaraderie of the whole team was on full display.
"Whether I was watching from afar here in Miami, or whether it was on the ground watching us in the water. It was just something that I'll cherish forever. I know there's way more to come, but I think everyone should really enjoy this victory until the start of next season."
Emma Kimiläinen, Team Brady Pilot said, "I am super happy to win the E1 World Championship. We've worked so hard this season, constantly looking for ways to improve and make the boat faster. It's been an amazing journey, and I couldn't be prouder of the team. For me personally, I've learned a completely new sport. I used to be very seasick, and I've conquered that now. I've also learned so much about racing on the water. To work so closely with my teammate Sam has been special, the fact that we share the boat, and our results impact the team together. I felt pride, pressure, and support all at once competing alongside him. I couldn't have asked for a better teammate.
Rodi Basso, co-founder and CEO at E1 said, "We congratulate Tom and his team on their momentous win as the first-ever Champions on the Water following a season of tough competition and thrilling racing. As Team Brady write their name into the history books, we look ahead to a supercharged season two, as we take the innovative Championship to new cities around the world and continue to redefine racing on water."
Team Brady faced rival teams owned by international superstars, including tennis champion Rafael Nadal, Hollywood actor Will Smith, Chelsea football legend Didier Drogba, F1's Sergio Perez, global cricket icon Virat Kohli, Grammy-winning artist Marc Anthony, DJ Steve Aoki, and tech billionaire and philanthropist Marcelo Claure. Each of these competitors brought unique influence and ambition to their teams, raising the level of competition and underscoring the significance of Team Brady's victory.
Now the stage is set for season two, with new teams, owners, and race cities expected to be announced in the coming weeks.
