Fujairah:The UAE is set to host the new season of the 2026 XCAT World Championship, beginning with two races in Fujairah from December 4-6. The competition will then move to Dubai for the second round, which will also feature two races from December 11-13, offering two consecutive weeks of world-class powerboat racing.

According to Wam, the Dubai Grand Prix will close the two UAE stops, featuring an elite line-up of leading teams and drivers competing in one of the fastest powerboat championships globally. The Victory Team enters this season as the reigning world champion, following a successful 2025 campaign led by Emirati duo Salem Al Adidi and Eisa Al Ali.

Victory Team secured last season's championship in Dubai with one round left, ultimately finishing with 200 points ahead of Fujairah Team and Team GB. This achievement marked Victory Team's seventh title in the XCAT World Championship and its 29th world title across various racing categories.

The upcoming season offers marine sports fans in the UAE another chance to witness top-tier racing. Mohammed Harib, CEO of Dubai International Marine Club, emphasized that hosting the championship underscores the UAE's and Dubai's prominent position in international marine sports and their capability in organizing major global events. Harib expressed pride in the Victory Team's achievements and anticipation for another season of high-level competition.