FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Jeddah – 17 January 2025 — Westbrook Racing has officially launched their YouTube channel, marking the occasion with the premiere of a new documentary that chronicles their first season in the UIM E1 World Championship.
Official Release: Saturday 18.01.25, 15h00 GMT
As the 2025 UIM E1 World Championship prepares to kick off next week in Jeddah from 23-25 January, the team looks back on a debut season that saw them join the competition later than other teams yet come tantalizingly close to securing the title.
The documentary takes viewers through the pivotal moments, challenges, and behind-the-scenes efforts that defined Westbrook Racing’s journey. From the intense competition on the water to the teamwork and dedication that drove their progress, the film offers a candid view of the determination that powered Will Smith’s race team in their first year.
“This documentary shows the effort and commitment that went into our first season,” said Yan Lefort, Westbrook Racing’s Commercial & Marketing Director. “Thanks to the entire team and our partners at And The New, a digital creative agency based in London, who helped us capture content during the season. We’re pleased to share this story with our fans and provide insight into what makes Westbrook Racing unique.”
The documentary will be available on Westbrook Racing’s YouTube channel on Saturday 18th of January 2025 at 15h00 GMT, offering viewers a closer look at the team’s journey from late entrants to serious title contenders. The documentary trailer is already available from the link below.
Fans can watch the documentary on the team’s YouTube channel:
https://www.youtube.com/@WestbrookRacing
About Westbrook Racing
Westbrook Racing is a powerhouse team in the UIM E1 World Championship, a pioneering racing platform for sustainable electric watercraft aimed at reducing environmental pressures on oceans, rivers, and lakes. The team competes in its second season, finishing in second position in 2024, their debut season. Led by Hollywood icon Will Smith, Westbrook Racing is dedicated to winning both races and fans around the world. Westbrook Racing’s commitment to sustainability and innovation drives the team’s mission to revolutionize the sport and engage fans globally. The E1 Series was launched in 2024 but was founded in 2020 by motorsport veteran Alejandro Agag (Formula E) and is managed by former McLaren Applied’s Rodi Basso. The series has rapidly gained global attention, bolstered by celebrity investors such as Tom Brady, Rafael Nadal, and Didier Drogba. Westbrook Racing benefits from the leadership of co-owners Leonardo Maria Del Vecchio and Alshair Fiyaz. Del Vecchio, through LMDV Capital, and Fiyaz, with his background in sports and sustainable investments, bring additional strength to the team. By combining performance, entertainment, and sustainability, Westbrook Racing is setting new standards in racing and sports marketing. https://westbrook-racing.com
About the UIM E1 World Championship
E1 is the world’s first and only all-electric raceboat championship sanctioned by the Union Internationale Motonautique (UIM), the international governing body for powerboating activities. The UIM E1 World Championship presented by PIF was established to create a new, exciting and competitive on-water racing Championship using electric technologies to focus efforts on innovations that help protect and restore our urban waters and coastal areas. The Championship sees teams featuring both a male and female pilot. Racing on the water in iconic cities around the world including Jeddah, Doha, Monaco, Lake Como and Miami, teams are owned by some of the biggest names on the planet. These already include Will Smith, Marc Anthony and Steve Aoki from the world of entertainment, Rafael Nadal, Tom Brady, Virat Kohli and Didier Drogba from the world of sport and Marcelo Claure from the world of business. E1 pilots navigate tight and technical circuits behind the wheel of the electric RaceBirds. https://www.e1series.com/
For further information, please contact:
Westbrook Racing Team PR Team on:
info@westbrook-racing.com
