Thursday, December 21, 2023
In the upcoming “Race to Hong Kong” Championship, set to span from 2024 to 2026, Hong Kong will proudly host the concluding rounds of the first UIM E1 World Championship electric boat race, aptly named the E1 Hong Kong Grand Prix. This prestigious event is supported by the Culture, Sports and Tourism Bureau’s Tourism Commission of the Hong Kong SAR Government and the Hong Kong Tourism Board (HKTB), in line with the 2023-24 Budget’s aim to bring major tourist-attracting events to the region.
The UIM E1 World Championship, a groundbreaking all-electric boat race contest recognized by the Union Internationale Motonautique (UIM), promises to revolutionize the racing world with its focus on sustainable, electric-powered watercraft. As the exclusive East Asian city to inaugurate this championship, Hong Kong is set to host up to ten international teams on November 9 and 10, 2024, following six international races in Europe and the Middle East. The E1 Hong Kong Grand Prix is expected to draw a large international audience, eager to witness this electrifying electric boat race against the stunning backdrop of Victoria Harbour and Hong Kong’s famous skyline.
Mr. Kevin Yeung, Hong Kong SAR Government’s Secretary for Culture, Sports and Tourism, expressed his excitement for E1’s arrival in Hong Kong, emphasizing the city’s role in launching the first three seasons of the championship and reinforcing Hong Kong’s status as a global hub for major events and tourism.
Dr. Pang Yiu-kai, HKTB’s Chairman, shared Mr. Yeung’s enthusiasm, highlighting the E1 finale’s potential to showcase Hong Kong’s dynamic character and breathtaking skyline. He looks forward to leveraging this unique event for worldwide promotion, attracting visitors to this unparalleled championship.
Mr. Alejandro Agag, Chairman and co-founder of E1, also expressed his confidence in Hong Kong’s ability to host the final race of E1’s first three seasons, citing the city’s excellent facilities and global connectivity as key factors in enhancing the experience for both participants and spectators, and in establishing E1 as a premier global sporting event.
The inaugural season of the UIM E1 World Championship in 2024 will feature seven exciting races worldwide, including in cities like Jeddah (Saudi Arabia), Venice (Italy), Puerto Banús (Spain), Geneva (Switzerland), Monaco, and Rotterdam (the Netherlands), culminating in the grand finale in Hong Kong. The championship will showcase up to 10 teams and 20 pilots, both male and female, competing in electric E1 raceboats across iconic cityscapes and challenging circuits. The teams represent renowned figures from various fields, including sports, music, and entertainment, highlighting the diverse appeal of this electrifying championship.
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