UAE's Team Blue Rising sign leading female water sport champion Lisa Caussin Battaglia

UAE-based Team Blue Rising, co-owned by India cricket star Virat Kohli and sports tech entrepreneur Adi K Mishra, have signed Monaco's leading female water sport champion Lisa Caussin Battaglia as their official pilot for the coming electric race boat series UIM E1 World Championship.

Battaglia joins Team Blue Rising with an impressive record. She was a 'vice champion' at the 2015 World Cup Doncaster, secured top positions in the French championships across various editions, and also impressed in the UIM World Championship.

Battaglia's appointment to Team Blue Rising reflects not only the team's commitment to gender equality in sports but also sustainability.

Monaco has been at the forefront of global efforts towards ocean conservation, under the leadership of Prince Albert. The Foundation Prince Albert II de Monaco has made notable strides in areas like marine conservation and climate change mitigation.

Team Blue Rising also has conservation at the front and centre of its plans, with particular focus on mangrove ecosystems.

Following the announcement, Battaglia said: "I am honoured to be part of such a forward-thinking team. This role not only aligns with my professional goals in water sports but also with my personal commitment to promoting sustainability and gender equality."

Didier Gamerdinger, the ambassador of Monaco to India, underscored the significance of the alliance, saying: "I am very happy that Lisa Caussin Battaglia, a young lady from Monaco, is now an important member of the prestigious Team Blue Rising. I’m sure she will compete with many abilities and a good spirit. I wish her every success in this competition."

The UIM E1 World Championship is the world’s first all-electric race boat series. The first