E1 Team Miami targets strong start at season-opening E1 Jeddah GP
The 2026 UIM E1 World Championship kicks off this week in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia (23-24 January), a staple venue on the E1 calendar, known for its stunning coastline and dramatic Red Sea backdrop.
Jeddah has become one of the most electrifying race sites in the series. E1 Team Miami, powered by MAGNUS, first competed here in 2024, taking a spot on the podium alongside Team Brady and Team Rafa at the inaugural event of the first and only all-electric raceboat championship.
In the 2025 edition of the E1 Jeddah GP, Aoki Racing Team claimed victory, and the event highlighted the depth of talent in the series - from Team Rafa’s pace to Team Blue Rising’s breakthrough podium.
Jeddah always delivers a strong season opener, setting the tone for a fiercely contested championship season. For Team Miami, Jeddah represents both a challenge and an early chance to stake their claim in the 2026 title fight.
Fresh line-up for 2026
Team Miami arrives in Jeddah with real momentum behind them and some exciting developments for Season 3 of E1.
Steve Curtis MBE joins the Miami squad as Team Principal. With multiple world championships in Class 1 powerboat racing and extensive competitive insight, Curtis brings a wealth of experience to Team Miami’s campaign.
The team has also secured Timmy Hansen and Patricia Pita Gago as its pilot pairing. Timmy brings proven pace and podium experience from prior competition with E1 Team Brazil, while Patricia - stepping into a full-time seat - earned her chance after a strong performance in last year’s Miami finale. Their combined skill set and hunger to compete will be crucial as the team looks to consistently challenge for wins.
This blend of leadership and talent positions Team Miami as a serious contender for championship points throughout the 2026 season.
2026 RaceBird livery
Team Miami’s 2026 RaceBird carries forward the striking color scheme first seen at the 2025 season finale on home waters in Miami. Bold and instantly recognizable, this livery not only celebrates the team’s roots but also projects a dynamic visual identity as the squad enters a third E1 season.
Like all RaceBirds in the championship, the design balances aesthetics with performance, but it’s the connection to Miami’s vibrant culture and the home crowd’s energy that really makes this livery stand out. This visual continuity from Miami to international venues like Jeddah underscores the team’s ambition and brand presence in E1.
E1 Season 3 outlook
The 2026 UIM E1 World Championship calendar promises a diverse competition on a global scale, with eight rounds spanning four continents.
After the Jeddah season-opener, the series moves on to iconic locations in Europe - Lake Como, Dubrovnik, and Monaco - before heading to Lagos in Africa and then North America for the final two rounds.
The E1 Miami GP is set for 13–14 November, giving Team Miami a marquee home event to target in the championship’s penultimate round, before a dramatic showdown at a maiden event in The Bahamas.
This expanded calendar not only tests versatility across different conditions and circuits but also gives Team Miami multiple opportunities to score big results against a deep field of competitors - from perennial frontrunners to rising challengers.
