Which celeb’s team won Miami’s inaugural e-boat race? Spoiler: Not Will Smith’s
As anyone who has lived here for any length of time knows: Miami often feels the need for speed.
We have the F1, aka The Formula One Crypto.com Miami Grand Prix, zooming back into Hard Rock Stadium next May, for the third time. And on Saturday, the first all-electric boat competition in the world docked in the 305.
The so-called E1 Miami Grand Prix involved nine world-class teams, including those owned by celebs like Tom Brady, LeBron James, Will Smith and Marc Anthony, who battled it out on Biscayne Bay at the Miami Seaplane Base on Watson Island on Friday and Saturday.
So who won? Turns out Brady is the GOAT not just on the football field, but the water, too.
The retired NFL quarterback’s team (piloted by Brit Sam Coleman and Finn Emma Kimiläinen) clinched the entire series, the second straight world championship for him. Last year’s inaugural competition was held in Jedda, Saudi Arabia.
The Indian Creek Village resident “couldn’t be prouder” of Team Brady.
“Sport is about strength, resilience, and consistency — the same mindset that drives us every single day on the water.” said the 48-year-old father of three in a statement. “Two championships don’t just happen. They’re earned through relentless effort, total commitment, and belief in each other. We’ve proven what’s possible when you chase greatness with everything you’ve got — and trust me, we’re only getting started.”
The Hall of Famer was also glad to bring the bragging rights home, literally:
“To have E1 in my own backyard is special,” he continued, calling Miami “an amazing city.”
Will Smith wasn’t feeling as amped, obvio. On Instagram, the “Bad Boys” star showed off highlights of him watching the powerboats fly while hanging out at E1’s hospitality popup, Ocean Club. Joining the erstwhile Fresh Prince were Team Miami co-owner Marc Anthony and boxer Evander Holyfield, a fan of the sport. Also seen sipping on Bombay Sapphire cocktails in the plush lounge: “The Twisted Tale of Amanda Knox” star Grace Van Patten.
Though Smith seemed in a jovial mood and sprayed the crowd with champagne as his iconic party anthem “Miami” played, he definitely had his eye on the prize, a sleek skyscraper-shaped trophy.
“Congrats, Tom,” the Westbrook Racing investor, 57, deadpanned to the camera. “Two-time...whatever.”
“I WILL find a way to stop you,” said the caption.
This story was originally published November 10, 2025 at 3:43 PM.
