MonacoTeam Brady returns to the top of the E1 World Championship with victory

Leonie Meyer

 · 07.08.2024

Anna Glennon at the wheel for Team Miami
Photo: Marta Rovatti Studihrad
After a thrilling day of racing in Monaco, Team Brady, owned by NFL legend Tom Brady, has returned to the top of the Union Internationale Motonautique (UIM) E1 World Championship. Brady himself was on hand to witness his team's victory and is delighted with the successful performance of his drivers Sam Coleman and Emma Kimiläinen.

Coleman and Kimiläinen struggled in qualifying on Saturday (3 August), but were able to deliver their performance at the right time on race day and withstand the pressure from the fleet of competitors. In the end, they were delighted with two second places in the final race, which secured them a well-deserved victory and the top position in the overall standings.

Yellow cards handed out in Monaco

Drama on the water ensured that the first yellow cards of the season were issued to Team Aoki and Sergio Perez E1 Team for dangerous driving. If the drivers involved receive a further warning, they risk suspension for the rest of the season.

Meanwhile, previous season leaders Team Miami powered by Magnus were eliminated in the race off with a DNF, and Team Brazil was eliminated along with the other eliminated teams before the final races.

Meanwhile, Team Drogba, led by football legend Didier Drogba, also enjoyed success and secured second place in Monaco. It was the team's first podium finish of the season, which was celebrated with joy.

Exciting races and prominent owners

The finals in Monaco were characterised by fast, exciting and sometimes nerve-wracking races, with a total of five teams battling it out for the podium places. Among the owners cheering on their teams were Tom Brady, Didier Drogba and Rafael Nadal, which added extra glamour to the event.

Closing ceremony with award ceremony by Prince Albert II

At the end of the race day, the successful teams were honoured with their trophies in a festive ceremony. Team Brady was delighted with their well-deserved victory and the recognition of Prince Albert II of Monaco, who attended the event as a special guest.


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