Will Smith's Westbrook Racing leads E1 standings

E1 returns to Croatia this week on 12 to 13 June for the Adriatic Luxury Hotels E1 Dubrovnik GP 2026, with Will Smith’s team going into the weekend with a small Championship lead over Team Brady and Aoki Racing Team.

Only five points separate the top three teams after the second round last time out in Italy, where Angola Westbrook Racing swept both finals to move to the top of the leaderboard on 60 points. Their American-Spanish pairing of Sara Price and Lucas Ordóñez will be looking to extend that advantage on the Adriatic.

Defending double World Champions Team Brady remain within striking distance and trail the leaders by a slender three points, while Aoki Racing Team sit just two points further back.

Following its successful debut last year on the E1 calendar, the UNESCO World Heritage site will once again provide the stage for an important weekend of racing and a fitting backdrop for the all-electric E1 RaceBirds.

The race sits at the heart of E1’s mission to accelerate the electrification of marine mobility and encourage coastal regeneration to protect oceans and waterways. Through racing in some of the world’s most environmentally significant coastal locations, the Championship continues to demonstrate the viability of zero-emission technology.

As title partner of the Dubrovnik race, Adriatic Luxury Hotels joins E1’s mission to bring together amazing experiences, innovation and responsible tourism in one of Europe's most recognisable coastal destinations.

Guests can experience the racing from the VIP only E1 Ocean Club, the Championship’s exclusive hospitality offering, with waterfront views of the racing action, curated dining and live entertainment on race day. Limited numbers of passes for race day are available through Fever, E1’s Official Ticketing Partner.

Spectators can also head down to the free E1 Fan Zone on Friday and Saturday for a chance to see up close an E1 RaceBird showboat, play E1 gaming experiences, enjoy live entertainment along with opportunities to get closer to some of the race teams and pilots.

On Friday, E1 will take to the stage at the Dubrovnik Blue Economy Summit alongside Croatian government and industry leaders to explore ways to accelerate and boost the blue economy. Discussions will focus on connecting sport, innovation and sustainability to position electric racing as a catalyst for electrification of marine resources and ensure long-term resilience and competitiveness of coastal regions.

There are also plenty of ways to follow all the E1 action live wherever you are. Across Europe, DAZN will have live coverage of qualifying and race days as will RTL Voyo and ZonaSport TV in Croatia plus all sessions will be broadcast live on E1’s YouTube channel.

Jamie Copas, Chief Executive Officer, E1, said: “Dubrovnik is an extraordinary setting for E1 and we are thrilled to return following a successful debut here last season. The city perfectly reflects the Championship's vision of innovation, sustainability and world-class sport, with its historic coastline providing a stunning backdrop for racing on the Adriatic.

"The 2026 season has already delivered exceptionally close competition. Every point carries real Championship significance, and Dubrovnik promises another unforgettable chapter in the battle for the 2026 Champions of the Water title.

"We're also delighted to welcome back our local partners to the Adriatic Luxury Hotels E1 Dubrovnik GP, including the Ministry of Tourism and Sport, Croatia Full of Life, City of Dubrovnik, Texo Molior and PBZ Bank."

Davor Luksic, Chairman of the Supervisory Board, Adriatic Luxury Hotels, said: “We are delighted to host the second edition of the E1 Dubrovnik GP. The championship aligns closely with Adriatic Luxury Hotels’ commitment to sustainability, innovation and the long-term preservation of our coastal environment.

"At the same time, it provides an exciting platform to bring a global sporting event to Dubrovnik, further strengthening the city’s position as a leading international destination for both tourism and major events.”