Powerhouse of performance and entertainment
Will Smith is known as much for his powerhouse work ethic as he is for being a global superstar. He’s ready to bring that intensely competitive spirit into his newest venture, Westbrook Racing.
As a long time investor in electric powerboats and a huge fan of racing, the opportunity to be part of the E1 fleet and play a part in realizing its broader vision was one that could not be passed up. E1’s combination of speed, entertainment, and sustainability is a natural fit with Will’s full throttle personality and sense of responsibility to the environment. Because any true action star knows—what’s the use in saving the world if you don’t get to have some fun along the way? With Will at the helm, Westbrook Racing is uniquely qualified to get fans around the world fired up for this exciting new era of water sports.
"Catch team Westbrook Racing all season long—we’re coming for the championship. And sure, Marc Anthony can sing… Tom Brady, he’s a helluva athlete. But me? I make this look good."
Will smith
ABOUT
Westbrook Racing competes in the UIM E1 World Championship, a global platform for electric marine racing focused on advancing sustainable mobility on water. The Team finished second overall in its debut season in 2024 and continues to establish itself as a leading contender in the series. In March 2026, Westbrook Racing announced a title partnership with Visit Angola, the national tourism authority of Angola. From the second race of the 2026 season, the Team competes under the name Angola Westbrook Racing Team, marking a strategic collaboration designed to support international visibility, tourism development and long-term investment in sport and sustainability. The Team features a mixed-gender pilot line-up, represented by Sara Price, one of the most accomplished female drivers in cross-country competition, and Lucas Ordóñez, a Le Mans 24 Hours podium finisher and one of the most recognisable figures to emerge from GT racing and driver development programmes. Led by actor and producer Will Smith and Kosaku Yada, CEO of Westbrook Inc. – and supported by co-owners Leonardo Maria Del Vecchio and Alshair Fiyaz – Westbrook Racing combines performance, innovation and global storytelling to engage audiences and partners worldwide. The Team operates at the intersection of sport, sustainability and entertainment, contributing to the development of electric marine technologies while building a globally relevant platform for partners.
TEAM
PILOTS
Sara Price
USA
Sara Price, owner of SP Motorsports, began her racing career on dirt bikes at age eight, earning 19 amateur titles and medaling in Women’s Super X at the 2010 X-Games. Named the 2016 Off-Road Motorsports Hall of Fame Rising Star, she transitioned to four-wheels in 2012, conquering the WORCS series, Lucas Oil Regional shortcourse Series, and becoming the first American UTV team at Rallye Aïcha Des Gazelles. In 2016, she led laps in the Stadium SUPER Truck Series, later winning the SCORE International Trophy Truck Spec Championship in 2019. Joining Chip Ganassi Racing for Extreme-E in 2021, she clinched victories in the Sonora Rally and SCORE Baja 500 in 2023. In 2024, Price made Dakar Rally history as the first American female to win a stage and finished 4th overall. Beyond racing, she excels as a stunt professional in SAG-AFTRA, showcasing her talents globally in television and film.
Lucas Ordóñez
SPAIN
Lucas Ordóñez, born on May 1, 1985, in Madrid, is a Spanish racing driver renowned for his remarkable journey from the Gran Turismo simulator to professional racing through the Nissan GT Academy. He quickly ascended in motorsport, securing the World Championship in LMP2 in 2011 and achieving two podium finishes at the prestigious Le Mans 24 Hours. As a Nissan factory driver, Ordóñez excelled in various GT championships globally, including winning the European GT3 Pro AM in 2013 and achieving pole positions and victories in the Japanese Super GT series. In recent years, he has raced with BMW Playstation in the Nürburgring 24 Hours and served as a Bentley Factory driver, while also continuing as an ambassador for Gran Turismo. His journey stands as a testament to the potential of emerging talent in the world of motorsport, inspiring countless others to pursue their dreams.
SHORE TEAM
Phillip Allen
Team Principal
With over 30 years of combined experience in operational, financial and project management, Phil specialises in leading successful projects and teams across various industries. His background includes managing sports teams and events, overseeing large projects, and working in IT in the Financial services industry. Phil has a proven track record in steering four “Round The World” yacht racing projects, including a team win in the 2014/15 Volvo Ocean Race. A key strength lies in building winning teams through strategic recruitment and fostering the personal development of team members. Phil is dedicated to driving excellence and achieving results in all the projects he undertakes, and this new exciting and innovative opportunity with Westbrook Racing is the perfect next challenge for him.
Andrea Tarricone
Commercial Director
Andrea Tarricone is an international sales and business development professional with more than 10 years of experience across sports, luxury hospitality and global brand partnerships. Previously serving as International Sales Manager at FC Internazionale, he has led commercial strategies across key international markets including Asia and the Middle East, securing major regional and global partnerships across technology, luxury, banking and travel sectors. Andrea combines strong commercial expertise with strategic partnership development, sponsorship activation and executive relationship management, bringing extensive experience in driving revenue growth and delivering high-level brand collaborations.
Yan Lefort
Partnerships & Marketing
Yan is a veteran leader in Formula 1’s commercial and sports marketing sphere. Starting in 1994 with Rothmans and later Lucky Strike F1 with BAR Honda, he navigated the sport’s shift from tobacco sponsorship, establishing his own consulting agency in 2006 Joining IWC Schaffhausen from 2011, he managed global partnerships, including with the Mercedes F1 team. In 2018, Yan became Commercial & Marketing Director at Sauber Motorsport, contributing to the team’s commercial success with drivers like Kimi Raikkonen and Valtteri Bottas. Over the past 15 years, Yan has been pivotal in Formula 1’s transformation, utilizing social media, esports, and events to boost its commercial appeal.
Ana Agostinho
Sustainability lead
Ana Agostinho is a sustainability leader and ocean advocate with 20+ years of experience driving environmental impact across industries. As CEO of Oversea Business Consulting, she helps companies integrate sustainability into their core strategies, focusing on global campaigns, carbon markets, and compliance.
Certified by the University of Cambridge, IMO, and IATA, Ana is an expert in carbon markets and decarbonization, managing global portfolios exceeding €300 million annually. In the maritime sector, she is a partner at E-Fast Ferry, leading New York State’s first electric ferry project to advance sustainable mobility.
A member of The Explorers Club, Ana serves on advisory boards for initiatives like Fabien Cousteau’s Proteus Ocean Group and the G20’s CORDAP. As a European Climate Pact Ambassador, she collaborates with global organizations on sustainability efforts. A sought-after speaker, she engages audiences at COP, UN conferences, and international summits.
Guy Barron
Technical Lead
Guy has been yacht racing since his first America’s Cup with the 1985 British White Crusader team in Perth Australia. He’s moved through the crew positions from the Bowman to the Pit, on to crew Boss and team Manager, he has competed in 3 America’s Cup challenges, with the British and 2 Japanese teams. He has raced aboard many offshore and Admirals cup boats and match racing with many of the top skippers, as well Whitbread and Volvo Round the World races, the latter as Shore manager for the winning team Abu Dhabi, working alongside Phil Allen. More recently he has been boat captain for 2 TP52 campaigns in their Med super series . Guy has much experience in yachting and has worked as a boat builder, in Mast construction and yacht management. Prior to his sailing carrier he worked at a Tree surgeon and Film Location manger. He has 3 children and lives in the UK.
Javier Alvarez Casqueiro
Mechanic
Javier’s journey began in 2007 with the Volvo Ocean Rave 70 class working with the Telefonica team until 2012. During this time, he also contributed to the success of the Quantum TP52, clinching the TP52 World championship. His boat finishing expertise also enhanced other TP52 teams such as Sinergy, Interlodge, Phoenix, Gazprom and Alpha+. In 2015, Javier played a pivotal role, working with Guy & Phil in securing victory for the Abu Dhabi VOR team. In the 2017/18 Ocean Race, he supported Vestas, Turn The Tide on Plastic and Mapfre, achieving a commendable second place. His involvement spans across diverse championships, including the Swan Class and coaching Olympic athletes in various disciplines. Since 2020, Javier has been shaping success working at SailGP. With responsibility for foils and paint he played a critical role in boat performance and he is eager to bring his knowledge and experience to this new type of foiling boat, the E1 racebird.
Matthew Wright
Race Engineer
Matthew “Matt” Wright is a motorsport engineer with a background spanning Formula 1, Formula E, and the British Touring Car Championship. Known for his analytical precision and calm, structured approach, Matt brings expertise in trackside operations, data analysis, and mechanical design. He currently works at Mercedes AMG High Performance Powertrains, contributing to the development of cutting-edge electric powertrains for both motorsport and future road cars. With a strong foundation in elite motorsport environments, Matt is widely respected for his ability to translate complex data into race-winning decisions. His work reflects a deep commitment to technical excellence and high-performance execution.
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WHAT IS E1?
UIM E1 World Championship is a new global sport for purpose, designed to electrify change in marine industries to address issues of technical innovation, sustainability, and regeneration, creating meaningful impact and engaging new fans around the world.
12
Teams maximum
1 female and
1 male pilot
Fully electric
6 iconic cities
1
Design class
150
KW
POWER
90
KM/h
TOP SPEED
7.5
M
LONG
RACE CALENDAR
ROUND 1
JEDDAH
SAUDI ARABIA
4th place
ROUND 2
LAKE COMO
ITALY
1ST place
ROUND 3
DUBROVNIK
CROATIA
12-13 JUNE
ROUND 4
MONTE CARLO
MONACO
17-18 JULY
ROUND 5
LUANDA
ANGOLA
12-13 SEPTEMBER
ROUND 6
LAGOS
NIGERIA
3-4 OCTOBER
ROUND 7
MIAMI
USA
13-14 NOVEMBER
ROUND 8
BAHAMAS
21-22 NOVEMBER
ROUND 1
JEDDAH
SAUDI ARABIA
4th place
ROUND 2
DOHA
QATAR
4th place
ROUND 3
DUBROVNIK
CROATIA
7th Place
ROUND 4
LAKE MAGGIORE
ITALY
4th place
ROUND 5
MONTE CARLO
MONACO
5th place
ROUND 6
LAGOS
NIGERIA
6th place
ROUND 7
MIAMI
USA
6th place
JEDDAH
SAUDI ARABIA
COMPLETED
VENICE
ITALY
3rd place
PUERTO BANúS
SPAIN
2nd place
MONTE CARLO
MONACO
4th place
LAKE COMO
ITALY