Latest news with #UIME1WorldChampionship
India.com
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- India.com
Not IPL, after Test retirement, Virat Kohli to be part of THIS league...
Image credit: X (Formerly Twitter) In these collection of pictures, we find out about the new league that former India captain Virat Kohli will be joining after announcing his Test retirement earlier this month. Former India captain Virat Kohli has retired from Test cricket earlier this month after playing in 123 Tests. Image credit: X (Formerly Twitter) Virat Kohli is getting ready to play for RCB in IPL 2025 Playoffs as they face PBKS in Qualifier 1 in Mullanpur. Virat Kohli has joined World Bowling League as an investor. Kohli's involvement brings significant star power to the WBL, which recently announced MLB star Mookie Betts' Team OMG as its first franchise. Image credit: X (Formerly Twitter) Virat Kohli is excited by the potential of World Bowling League. "I started bowling when I was 11, spinning the ball by 12. Bowling is hugely popular but underappreciated as a business," Kohli said. Virat Kohli owns a team in Powerboat racing as well. He is team owner in the E1 World Championship on Tuesday, joining the likes of Rafa Nadal, Tom Brady, Didier Drogba and Sergio Perez in the world's first all-electric powerboat series. The UIM E1 World Championship is the latest entry into the environmentally responsible motor sports competition. Image credit: X (Formerly Twitter) Virat Kohli has reported net worth of over Rs 1050 crore, according to media reports. He is bidding to win his first-ever IPL title with RCB.
Yahoo
15-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
BOMBAY SAPPHIRE® ANNOUNCES 'ELECTRIFYING' GLOBAL PARTNERSHIP WITH E1 SERIES
BOMBAY SAPPHIRE invites the world to 'Step Into The Blue ™' as it joins E1, the world's first all-electric power boat racing Championship, as Official Gin Partner of the UIM E1 World Championship - a global spectacle backed by some of the biggest names in sport and entertainment HAMILTON, Bermuda, May 14, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- BOMBAY SAPPHIRE® is stepping into the world of sports entertainment, announcing a new global partnership with E1 Series – the world's first all-electric race boat Championship that combines sports, entertainment and a respect for the world's 'natural blues.' The partnership sees BOMBAY SAPPHIRE become the Official Gin Partner of the UIM E1 World Championship. BOMBAY SAPPHIRE branding will appear across the Championship, with teams backed by some of the biggest names in sports and entertainment, including Marc Anthony, Steve Aoki, LeBron James, Virat Kohli, Rafa Nadal and Will Smith. In addition to the E1 Series global partnership, BOMBAY SAPPHIRE will also become Official Partners of current reigning champions Team Brady, owned by NFL legend Tom Brady, and Team Drogba, led by Didier Drogba and Gabrielle Lemaire, unlocking additional branding rights and team specific opportunities throughout the 2025 season. BOMBAY SAPPHIRE will also be the Official Cocktail of E1, serving up BOMBAY SAPPHIRE and tonics and BOMBAY SAPPHIRE Sparkling Lemon cocktails to invited guests of the Ocean Club, E1's exclusive hospitality offering. Set against the backdrop of some of the most iconic waters across the globe - including Lake Maggiore in Italy, Monaco, and Miami - the new partnership invites audiences into a world of multisensorial immersive experiences with BOMBAY SAPPHIRE and E1. The partnership is the first major activation from BOMBAY SAPPHIRE, since its just-launched Step Into The Blue, a new fully integrated global campaign that is being executed through-the-line. Step Into The Blue invites people to immerse themselves in a beautiful, blue world, and celebrates the brand's role in bringing the beauty of the moment to life. Natasha Curtin, Global VP at BOMBAY SAPPHIRE, comments: "This partnership between BOMBAY SAPPHIRE and E1 is a bold new chapter in our global journey - and brings our 'Step Into The Blue' campaign to life on an electrifying, international stage. We're proud to join forces with E1 to celebrate innovation, sustainability, and the awe-inspiring beauty of the world's most breathtaking natural blues - while marking our first ever foray into global sports entertainment. She continues: "Like BOMBAY SAPPHIRE, E1 is dedicated to inviting audiences to be part of immersive and inspiring moments - and unlocking a world of beautiful experiences that not only captivate but are also underpinned by a passion for showcasing the multisensorial beauty of the natural world." E1 is more than just racing – it is a new global sports platform fusing high-speed action with entertainment. As the sport expands globally to a seven-race calendar this year, BOMBAY SAPPHIRE will elevate the experience by collaborating with some of the world's leading bars and industry figures to create unique, immersive moments for guests — from culturally inspired brand experiences to signature serves including the iconic BOMBAY SAPPHIRE & Tonic and the refreshing BOMBAY SAPPHIRE Sparkling Lemon. What's more, each E1 team competes with one male and one female pilot who are drawn from the worlds of motorsport and power boat racing. Beyond the racing, teams actively engage with the local communities the series races in to promote efforts to regenerate the world's oceans and aquatic ecosystems. With E1 driving change in marine mobility and sustainability, the two partners are united by a shared passion for cherishing the beauty of the natural world. BOMBAY SAPPHIRE will become the Presenting Partner of the E1 Series Blue Impact Championship, designed to protect nature's natural blues, and heal water and local ecosystems where the championship takes place. Protecting the planet is also a priority for BOMBAY SAPPHIRE and has been for over 25 years. Crafted using a unique blend of 10 hand-selected botanicals from sustainably certified suppliers from around the world, BOMBAY SAPPHIRE is distilled at Laverstoke Mill in the south of England, using a signature vapour infusion process that gently extracts the botanicals' natural flavours, creating the vibrant and versatile taste that BOMBAY SAPPHIRE is known for. When it opened its doors in 2014, the distillery's design was awarded "Outstanding" by BREEAM®, one of the world's leading environmental assessments for buildings, and in 2023, the site achieved Wildlife Habitat Council certification, recognising efforts to support local wildlife and biodiversity. Rodi Basso, founder and CEO of E1, said: "Welcoming BOMBAY SAPPHIRE as a Championship partner solidifies E1's status as one of the most compelling opportunities in global sport and entertainment. With celebrity star power, highly competitive racing, and a purpose to accelerate change, we're the sport of tomorrow that innovative brands are backing today. "In E1, BOMBAY SAPPHIRE has found a natural home. It is a partnership that is built on a passion for blue sustainability and we're energised to deliver impactful change together as we redefine racing on water." For more information on the partnership and upcoming race events, visit or follow @BombaySapphire. For further information, please contact the BOMBAY SAPPHIRE global press office at Ogilvy bombaysapphireglobal@ Photo: View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE BOMBAY SAPPHIRE Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Yahoo
14-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Bacardi-Owned BOMBAY SAPPHIRE(R) Announces 'Electrifying' Global Partnership With E1 Series
BOMBAY SAPPHIRE invites the world to 'Step Into The Blue™' as it joins E1, the world's first all-electric power boat racing Championship, as Official Gin Partner of the UIM E1 World Championship - a global spectacle backed by some of the biggest names in sport and entertainment HAMILTON, BM / / May 14, 2025 / Bacardi-owned BOMBAY SAPPHIRE® is stepping into the world of sports entertainment, announcing a new global partnership with E1 Series - the world's first all-electric race boat Championship that combines sports, entertainment and a respect for the world's 'natural blues.' The partnership sees BOMBAY SAPPHIRE become the Official Gin Partner of the UIM E1 World Championship. BOMBAY SAPPHIRE branding will appear across the Championship, with teams backed by some of the biggest names in sports and entertainment, including Marc Anthony, Steve Aoki, LeBron James, Virat Kohli, Rafa Nadal and Will Smith. Each E1 team competes with one male and one female pilot who are drawn from the worlds of motorsport and power boat racing. Beyond the racing, teams actively engage with the local communities the series races in to promote efforts to regenerate the world's oceans and aquatic ecosystems. Natasha Curtin, Global VP at BOMBAY SAPPHIRE, comments: "This partnership between BOMBAY SAPPHIRE and E1 is a bold new chapter in our global journey - and brings our 'Step Into The Blue' campaign to life on an electrifying, international stage. We're proud to join forces with E1 to celebrate innovation, sustainability, and the awe-inspiring beauty of the world's most breathtaking natural blues - while marking our first ever foray into global sports entertainment. She continues: "Like BOMBAY SAPPHIRE, E1 is dedicated to inviting audiences to be part of immersive and inspiring moments - and unlocking a world of beautiful experiences that not only captivate but are also underpinned by a passion for showcasing the multisensorial beauty of the natural world." With E1 driving change in marine mobility and sustainability, the two partners are united by a shared passion for cherishing the beauty of the natural world. BOMBAY SAPPHIRE will become the Presenting Partner of the E1 Series Blue Impact Championship, designed to protect nature's natural blues, and heal water and local ecosystems where the championship takes place. As part of the Bacardi family of brands, protecting the planet is a priority for BOMBAY SAPPHIRE and has been for over 25 years. Crafted using a unique blend of 10 hand-selected botanicals from sustainably certified suppliers from around the world, BOMBAY SAPPHIRE is distilled at Laverstoke Mill in the south of England, using a signature vapour infusion process that gently extracts the botanicals' natural flavours, creating the vibrant and versatile taste that BOMBAY SAPPHIRE is known for. When it opened its doors in 2014, the distillery's design was awarded "Outstanding" by BREEAM®, one of the world's leading environmental assessments for buildings, and in 2023, the site achieved Wildlife Habitat Council certification, recognising efforts to support local wildlife and biodiversity. Rodi Basso, founder and CEO of E1, said: "Welcoming BOMBAY SAPPHIRE as a Championship partner solidifies E1's status as one of the most compelling commercial opportunities in global sport and entertainment. With celebrity star power, highly competitive racing, and a purpose to accelerate change, we're the sport of tomorrow that innovative brands are backing today. "In E1, BOMBAY SAPPHIRE has found a natural home. It is a partnership that is built on a shared passion for sustainability and we're energised to deliver impactful change together as we redefine racing on water." BOMBAY SAPPHIRE will also be the Official Cocktail of E1, serving up BOMBAY SAPPHIRE and tonics and BOMBAY SAPPHIRE Sparkling Lemon cocktails to invited guests of the Ocean Club, E1's exclusive hospitality offering. The partnership is the first major activation from BOMBAY SAPPHIRE, since its just-launched Step Into The Blue, a new fully integrated global campaign that is being executed through-the-line. Step Into The Blue invites people to immerse themselves in a beautiful, blue world, and celebrates the brand's role in bringing the beauty of the moment to life. For more information on the partnership and upcoming race events, visit E1 Series or follow @BombaySapphire. For further information, please contact the BOMBAY SAPPHIRE global press office at Ogilvy bombaysapphireglobal@ About BOMBAY SAPPHIRE® Based on a recipe that dates back to 1761, BOMBAY SAPPHIRE is crafted using a unique blend of 10 hand-selected botanicals from sustainably certified suppliers from around the world. We distil our gin at Laverstoke Mill in the south of England and it's here that our signature vapour infusion process gently extracts the botanicals' natural flavours, creating the vibrant and versatile taste that BOMBAY SAPPHIRE is known for. When it opened its doors in 2014, our distillery's design was awarded "Outstanding" by BREEAM®, one of the world's leading environmental assessments for buildings, and in 2023, it achieved Wildlife Habitat Council certification, recognizing our efforts to support local wildlife and biodiversity. This year BOMBAY SAPPHIRE is putting its iconic blue bottle front and centre with the launch of its new brand platform 'Step Into The Blue'. The global campaign invites people to immerse themselves in a beautiful, blue world, and celebrates the brand's role in bringing the beauty of the moment to life. The BOMBAY SAPPHIRE brand has been part of the portfolio of Bacardi Limited, headquartered in Hamilton, Bermuda for more than 25 years. Bacardi Limited refers to the Bacardi group of companies, including Bacardi International Limited. ENJOY BOMBAY SAPPHIRE RESPONSIBLY BOMBAY SAPPHIRE, ITS TRADE DRESS AND STEP INTO THE BLUE ARE TRADEMARKS. 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 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, and Miami, teams are owned by some of the biggest names on the planet. These already include LeBron James, 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 E1 RaceBirds. For the latest news and updates, follow us at @E1Series on Facebook, X and Instagram. #ChampionsOfTheWater View additional multimedia and more ESG storytelling from Bacardi-Martini, Inc. on Contact Info:Spokesperson: Bacardi-Martini, Email: info@ SOURCE: Bacardi-Martini, Inc. View the original press release on ACCESS Newswire
Biz Bahrain
10-04-2025
- Automotive
- Biz Bahrain
Racing Force and Al Kamel Systems announce the launch of Zeronoise Communications Services
Racing Force Group, the global leader in safety equipment for motorsport, and Al Kamel Systems, specialized in timekeeping services for motorsport, announced the official launch of Zeronoise Communications Services, a groundbreaking joint venture aiming to set new standards in radio communications and broadcasting technologies within the motorsport industry. The project leverages the experience of the Zeronoise brand, the electronics division of Racing Force Group that created the Driver's Eye technology and the advanced communication systems integrated with Bell Racing helmets, together with Al Kamel Systems' expertise in providing clients with services such as TV graphics, network connections, and race control solutions. Zeronoise Communications Services encompasses the design of bespoke communication systems, radio frequency licensing management, permanent and event-specific installations, system configuration and testing, on-site assistance, equipment servicing, and logistics management. The joint venture is headquartered at Racing Force International (RFI), a subsidiary of Racing Force Group located at the Bahrain International Circuit, reinforcing the Group's ongoing commitment to the Kingdom as both a regional and global innovation hub. Zeronoise Communications Services is structured as a joint venture, with Racing Force Group holding 51% and Al Kamel Systems owning 49%. The Bahrain facility is currently undergoing a strategic expansion to increase production capacity for motorsport safety products, further strengthening the Group's regional manufacturing capabilities. The initiative, established with the support of the Bahrain Economic Development Board (Bahrain EDB), aligns closely with Bahrain's strategic economic growth and diversification efforts. Zeronoise Communications Services began its activity with the UIM E1 World Championship, the full-electric powerboat series, as its first client. The collaboration during the 2025 season-opening event in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, was met with resounding success, underscoring the company's commitment to excellence and innovation in motorsport communications. At the helm of Zeronoise Communications Services is Chairman and CEO Alex Miotto Haristos, who also serves as the Chief Operating Officer of Racing Force Group. Juan Cáceres, a former professional racing driver from Uruguay and Chief Commercial Officer of Al Kamel Systems since 2021, holds the roles of Executive Director and COO of the new company. Alex Miotto Haristos, Chief Operating Officer of Racing Force Group, commented: 'The creation of Zeronoise Communications Services is the starting point of an extremely ambitious journey based on the deep motorsport experience of Racing Force Group, that incorporates decades of history from its renowned brands OMP and Bell Racing Helmets, and Al Kamel Systems. We are both leaders in our respective fields, with a common goal to be innovators again and to write another success story. We at Racing Force are delighted to have found such a passionate and competent partner as Al Kamel Systems. Additionally, we would like to thank the Bahrain Economic Development Board and the entire Kingdom of Bahrain for supporting us in creating the best environment to operate at our best in another strategic project.' Juan Cáceres, Chief Commercial Officer of Al Kamel Systems, said: 'As we embark on this exciting journey, Zeronoise Communications Services is poised to redefine how organizations communicate and exchange data in sports and public events, setting new benchmarks for technology and service standards in the industry. Partnering with Racing Force was the endorsement we needed to ensure the success of the project. Al Kamel Systems and Racing Force share a deep-rooted passion and a relentless pursuit of excellence, making this collaboration a natural fit.'
Al Arabiya
26-02-2025
- Sport
- Al Arabiya
Exclusive Prince Sultan o team Aoki's rise to top of E1 raceboat series
Just two races into the second season of the UIM E1 World Championship presented by PIF, Saudi Arabia-backed Team Aoki is sitting second in the 2025 standings. Last year, it finished eighth of nine teams; the transformation has been impressive. The world's first all-electric raceboat series, E1 has made a major splash in the motorsport world since its inception after attracting a host of celebrity team owners including Virat Kohli, Rafa Nadal, Tom Brady and Will Smith, who was in attendance in Doha for the series' latest round. For more Saudi sports news, visit our dedicated page. At the helm of the team currently second in the championship, however, is American DJ and record producer Steve Aoki. His eponymous outfit - made up of Saudi rally driver Mashael Al-Obaidan and Spanish ex-F1 test driver Dani Clos - won the first race of the season in Jeddah and followed it up last weekend with a second-place finish in Qatar. Team Aoki is also backed by Prince Sultan bin Fahd bin Salman, the chairman of the Saudi Water Sports and Diving Federation (SWSDF). With a driver, team investor and series presenting sponsor all from the Kingdom, E1 has a distinct Saudi flavor. Providing both a sporting spectacle and important messaging around marine sustainability, E1 was an attractive proposition for Prince Sultan - a keen freediver who has repeatedly seen ocean damage firsthand. 'The emphasis on sustainability is an absolutely vital part of my involvement in E1,' SWSDF chief Prince Sultan told Al Arabiya English in Doha. 'I am obsessed with the ocean and started diving when I was 15; it has been heartbreaking to see how the coral has died at many dive sites I have visited. 'We are not just pushing sports like E1 forward, we are trying to improve awareness of the ocean and our efforts to regenerate it.' In the first season of E1, the backing of the SWSDF meant Team Aoki had two Saudi pilots: Mashael Al-Obaiden and Saud Ahmed. Al-Obaidan remains for 2025 and after another Saudi-backed team entered the competition this year - Team Alula, owned by Lebron James - Prince Sultan is now supporting Team Aoki as an individual investor. 'We want the team to become a pathway for Saudis who would like to participate in the sport,' Prince Sultan says. 'The aim is for Team Aoki to be a stepping stone for Saudi athletes. 'Mashael is here already and she is a great pilot, she's awesome. I remember when we interviewed her and she said to us, 'if you only want me to come to the team to drive, I'm not interested. I only want to race if you want me to win.' 'That's what I wanted and I think with that mentality, despite having some setbacks last year, we can be competitive. She has shown that we are all learning and growing with the sport and I think now we have a winning team together. ' The reward for that faith in Al-Obaidan came In the first race of the 2025 campaign Jeddah as Prince Sultan and Team Aoki celebrated their first ever triumph in E1. Standing atop the podium, Al-Obaidan - an experienced driver who has competed multiple times in the Dakar Rally - felt moved by the occasion. 'When they played that Saudi national anthem, I had to take a deep breath,' Al-Obaidan recalls to Al Arabiya English. 'It was just a 'wow' moment that I will never forget. I saw people's eyes, I saw them twinkling and how everyone was smiling and happy. 'That means a lot to me because I am going after my passion and pushing myself to win; Saudi Arabia deserves to actually see the result of their enablement, and this was it.' For Prince Sultan, too, it was a milestone moment in his involvement with the nascent sport, which sees each team given identical electric raceboats with only limited scope to make adjustments. The level playing field means that races are always exciting and often produce different winners. 'Jeddah was a beautiful experience,' says Prince Sultan. 'I don't think that words can do justice really, but it's a combination of a lot of hard work, a lot of training, learning from mistakes, putting a great team together. 'It's a beautiful feeling. We enjoyed it and had a great team dinner afterwards with a few of the competing teams joining us too. But then that race was done. We won, we celebrated, got out of the way and focused on the next race. 'That's how you navigate a series like this - by not getting ahead of ourselves and staying humble because the athletes on the other teams are absolutely amazing and they are tough competition.' Although E1 is still in the early stages of its development, with last week's Doha race only the seventh the series has ever held, Prince Sultan insists the sport is on an explosive growth trajectory - aided significantly by its collection of celebrity owners. Of those, he reserved particular praise for Aoki, with whom he shares a close working relationship. 'Steve is one of the nicest guys you'll meet and he cares so much because he is a huge free-diver who loves the ocean,' the SWSDF chairman explains. 'He has many, many platforms to get his message across and because his father also used to do powerboating a long time ago, there is a lot of meaning to him being involved in E1. 'Honestly, I see no limit to how big E1 can get. It's such a level playing field because the boats are equal in weight and technology - that's the beauty of this type of racing and it means there is a large amount of overtaking. It has everything people are looking for in an entertaining motorsport series.'
