Adding to the glamour and prestige of the E1 World Championship, India's batting maestro Virat Kohli has been unveiled as the newest celebrity team owner. This trailblazing all-electric powerboat series already boasts an impressive roster including tennis titan Rafa Nadal, football legend Didier Drogba, NFL's stalwart Tom Brady, and F1's ace Sergio Perez.
Cementing its spot in the realm of eco-conscious motor sports, the UIM E1 World Championship aligns itself with events such as Formula E and Extreme E. The high-octane water races are set to inaugurate next year in the breathtaking vistas of Jeddah, Saudi Arabia.
Collaborating with tech magnate Adi K Mishra, Virat Kohli will co-lead "The Blue Rising" team. This exciting venture is an extension of the innovative vision of Alejandro Agag, the force behind both Formula E and Extreme E.
Commenting on his latest venture, Kohli said, "I want to inspire people to have a competitive spirit and to raise awareness about sustainability issues, something I am becoming more and more passionate about as we build a family." The cricket icon, revered for his prowess on the field, expressed his enthusiasm to cheer on the pilots representing his team.
This series has garnered international attention not only for its eco-friendly aspect but also due to the high-profile celebrity endorsements. Icons like Nadal, Brady, Drogba, and Perez have already staked their claims as team owners, further elevating the competition's stature.
As Kohli gears up for the forthcoming World Cup, set to take place on home turf, he looks forward to the camaraderie and competition of being alongside the illustrious line-up of team owners in the E1 Championship. In his signature spirited style, he stated, "We're going electric, we're going flying over the water and we're going to try to win it for The Blue Rising."
The inaugural season promises to be a spectacular affair, with confirmed race locations in iconic cities like Venice, Monaco, and Rotterdam. Race enthusiasts and environmental advocates alike eagerly anticipate more venue announcements and the races' commencement.
(With inputs from Reuters, powered by AI)
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