- Mónaco, Hong Kong, Ginebra, Jeddah, Rotterdam, Venecia and Puerto Banús.
- Team Captains: Rafa Nadal, Sergio Pérez, Didier Drogba, Tom Brady, Marc Anthony, Steve Aoki, among others.
- With the support of the Junta de Andalucía, Marbella City Council, Málaga Provincial Council and the Commonwealth of Municipalities of the Costa del Sol.
Monaco, Hong Kong, Ginebra, Jeddah, Rotterdam, Venice… and in June Puerto Banús will join these iconic cities to host the 2024 edition of E1, the Offshore Electric Formula 1, a groundbreaking global sport powered by the only electric motor authorized by the International Motorcycle Union. Conceived by Alejandro Agag and Rodi Basso—an Italian engineer with experience at NASA, Ferrari, and Red Bull Racing—E1 brings high-speed, sustainable racing to the water.
Thanks to the unwavering support of key institutions—including the Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Sports of the Government of Andalusia, Marbella City Council, Málaga Provincial Council, and the Commonwealth of Municipalities of the Costa del Sol—Puerto Banús will proudly host this international event in June 2024.
Each E1 team is captained by global icons from the world of sport and entertainment, including Rafa Nadal, Sergio Pérez, Didier Drogba, Tom Brady, Marc Anthony, and Steve Aoki, among others. Teams are composed of one man and one woman, both competing for equal time in each race. Drivers hail from elite motorsport disciplines such as Dakar, Trial, W Series, and Formula Ford. Representing Spain are Laia Sanz and Cris Lazarraga, two internationally acclaimed motor athletes.
Puerto Banús will host what is expected to be the most globally visible sustainable event of 2024, with an estimated social media reach exceeding 1 billion views across four platforms.
E1: The Electric Formula 1 of the Sea:
– Sustainability: 100% electric competition
– Equality: Mixed-gender teams with equal race time
– Exclusivity: Captains with unmatched international careers
– Glamour: Puerto Banús joins the ranks of Monaco, Geneva, Venice, and Hong Kong
The competition kicks off on Saturday, June 1st, with qualifying races. Sunday, June 2nd will feature the semifinals and the grand final. VIP stands will host approximately 3,000 guests, with hospitality standards matching those of Formula 1 and ATP events.
Race format
R1 – Qualifying
R2 – Quarterfinals
R3 – Semifinals
R4 – Final (4 teams)
The boats
All teams will compete using the same vessel—the RaceBird—ensuring that pilot skill is the defining factor.
RaceBird Specifications:
– Top speed: 90 km/h
– Length: 7.5 meters
– Power: 150 kW
– Battery: 35 kWh
ABOUT PUERTO BANÚS®
Located in Marbella, Puerto Banús® is one of southern Europe’s most prestigious nautical and tourist destinations. Since its opening in 1970, it has become a global symbol of luxury, sport, shopping, and gastronomy, while serving as a key economic engine for the region.
Its world-class amenities and year-round pleasant climate attract millions of visitors annually, making Puerto Banús a premier destination for unforgettable experiences.