Emirati powerboat racer Alia Abdulsalam Fairooz has reached a historic milestone by shattering the world speed record in the Formula 4 category. During an official speed trial conducted on the waters of Lake Songe in Norway, Fairooz achieved a top speed of 129 km/h. This performance successfully eclipsed the previous world record of 128.7 km/h, which had been held by British racer John Brewer over a one-kilometre course.
The achievement serves as a significant indicator of the growing prowess of Emirati marine motorsport on the international stage. By setting this new benchmark, Fairooz has distinguished herself as the first Emirati female racer to secure a world record in the history of marine speed sports, demonstrating the capability of Emirati athletes to excel at the highest levels of global competition.
This record-breaking run was the culmination of a rigorous three-week technical preparation program, during which Fairooz focused on refining her performance and steadily increasing her speed. The effort is part of a broader training strategy as she prepares for her upcoming participation in an international competition scheduled to take place in the United Kingdom this November.
International sporting authorities and relevant federations are currently overseeing the necessary procedures to formally certify the new record under Fairooz’s name. The successful validation of this feat will officially cement her status as a world record holder, marking a major advancement for her career and the national sports profile of the UAE.
