First competition for electric racing boats: Tom Brady leads team in UIM E1 World Championship

One of the world's most successful sportsmen - Tom Brady - has now turned his focus to winning the inaugural UIM E1 World Championship, a new competition for electric racing boats. Tom Brady brings his ambition, leadership and ability to perform under pressure to this water sport. He is considered one of the best quarterbacks of all time, holds the record for most Super Bowl MVP's (five), won seven Super Bowls over three decades and was named Sports Illustrated's Sportsman of the Year twice (2005, 2021). Off the field, Tom Brady has always worked to bridge the gap between athlete and entrepreneur. His projects include, for example, his clothing brand BRADY or 199 Productionsa global multi-platform production company that develops original premium content in the form of documentaries, feature films, television and digital formats.

It's great to welcome Tom Brady to the UIM E1 World Championship. Tom is a winner and will bring his incredible spirit to our races. Along with Rafael Nadal, Didier Drogba, Sergio Perez and other big names that we will announce soon, he will be fighting for victory in every race. Having a personality like Tom is a big boost for the UIM E1 World Championship." - Alejandro Agag, co-founder and chairman of the UIM E1 World Championship

Tom Brady continued his search for sporting challenges and became involved in several sports as a team owner. For this reason, and also because of his passion for the sea and sustainability, the 45-year-old decided to lead a team in the new UIM E1 World Championship. The athlete wants to inspire future generations to innovate and act for a sustainable future.

The UIM E1 World Championship combines several things that I love: speed, intensity, being on the water, competition and innovative opportunities. I'm excited to join Rafael Nadal, Didier Drogba and Sergio Perez, all great athletes with the same desire to compete at the highest level and work together to make the boating industry more sustainable, create incredible events and most importantly, win!" - Tom Brady

About the UIM E1 World Championship

The UIM E1 World Championship is a new competition for electric racing boats. The world championship was created to promote innovation in the fields of electromobility and renewable energy while also offering sustainable water sports events. The UIM stands for Union Internationale Motonautiquethe international governing body for powerboat racing.

In the championship, up to ten teams and 20 pilots will compete on the water in various cities around the world. The pilots will be racing fast courses with the electric RaceBird-boat. Preparations for the first season are underway, with the World Cup expected to begin in early 2024.

• Further information: www.e1series.com

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