In April 2026, Hollywood star Will Smith’s Westbrook Racing team secured a major victory at the E1 Lake Como GP, marking a significant milestone in the 2026 UIM E1 World Championship. Despite a rocky start that included damage to their “RaceBird” vessel during the early stages, pilots Sara Price and Lucas Ordóñez delivered a dominant performance in the finals to win both Final 1 and Final 2. This victory propelled Westbrook Racing to the top of the overall leaderboard, as they repeat their success on Lake Como from two years prior. The win was particularly sweet for Smith, who playfully celebrated overtaking rival Tom Brady’s team in the standings.
Key Highlights of the E1 Lake Como GP 2026
- Victorious Duo: Westbrook Racing pilots Sara Price and Lucas Ordóñez secured the win, marking their second-ever victory together on this specific circuit.
- Championship Lead: With this win, Westbrook Racing took an early lead in the World Championship standings, sitting just three points ahead of Team Brady.
- Resilience Under Pressure: The team overcame early setbacks when Sara Price’s boat sustained damage in the qualifying rounds, requiring quick repairs before the final races.
- High-Stakes Rivals: Westbrook Racing beat out high-profile competition, including Team AlUla (championed by LeBron James), which had taken pole position in qualifying, and Team Brady (Tom Brady), which finished the weekend in third place.
- New Faces: The event marked the debut of the Sierra Racing Club‘s new co-owners, Real Madrid goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois and NBA star Kyle Kuzma, who were officially welcomed to the “team owner group chat” by the other celebrity owners.
Despite an uphill battle following boat damage during the early stages, pilots Sara Price and Lucas Ordóñez achieved a clean sweep, winning both Final 1 and Final 2. This dominant showing allowed Smith’s team to leapfrog their rivals and claim the top spot in the overall World Championship standings. The event was further highlighted by a playful rivalry between Smith and NFL legend Tom Brady, as well as the introduction of high-profile new owners to the series.
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