Get ready for high-speed, silent drama as the UIM E1 World Championship presented by PIF makes history this weekend with the E1 Lagos Grand Prix. Taking place on the stunning Lagos Lagoon, the event marks the championship’s highly anticipated African debut, bringing the thrilling spectacle of electric powerboats to West Africa for the first time.
Adding to the excitement, African football legend and co-owner of Team Drogba Global Africa, Didier Drogba, is expected to attend the pivotal race weekend. His presence brings significant global attention to what is already shaping up to be a landmark sporting occasion.
The Lagos GP, presented by FirstBank and scheduled for October 4 and 5, is the penultimate round of the E1 World Championship season, and the stakes could not be higher. Only 21 points separate the top four teams, meaning the battle for the title is wide open heading into the final stages of the season. Team Brady, co-owned by NFL icon Tom Brady, currently holds a narrow lead with 135 points, just one point ahead of Team Rafa, co-owned by tennis legend Rafael Nadal. Teams Aoki and Blue Rising remain firmly in the hunt, ensuring that every second of racing on the Lagos Lagoon will count.
The rivalry has been building since the dramatic showdowns earlier in Monaco, and all eyes will be on the futuristic hydrofoiling RaceBirds, the all-electric powerboats that glide above the water at high speeds and promise to deliver breathtaking moments for thousands of spectators expected in Lagos.
Beyond the racing drama, the Lagos GP is a significant milestone for Nigeria, highlighting the city’s growing role as a hub for international sporting events and sustainable innovation. With the E1 race emphasizing green technology and the future of the blue economy, this African debut is not only about sport but also about showcasing Nigeria’s commitment to sustainability on a global stage.
E1 founder and CEO Rodi Basso described bringing the event to Africa as a “pivotal moment” for the championship’s global expansion. For West African fans, the E1 Lagos GP represents a chance to witness history, celebrate innovation, and support Team Drogba as they make their historic continental debut.
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