Faith Nyasuguta
Renowned football icon Didier Drogba, celebrated for his illustrious career with Chelsea and the Ivory Coast national team, is set to venture into a new realm as a team owner in the UIM E1 World Championship.
Alongside his partner Gabrielle LeMaire, Drogba will spearhead Team Drogba in the pioneering season of the world’s premier all-electric race boat championship.
Drogba, a decorated athlete with four Premier League titles and a UEFA Champions League triumph, diversifies his portfolio by joining the likes of Tom Brady, Rafa Nadal, and Sergio Perez as celebrity team owners in the E1 World Championship.
This move reflects Drogba’s commitment to sustainability, a cause he champions alongside Gabrielle.
Renowned for his environmental advocacy, Drogba’s entry into the E1 Series aligns seamlessly with the championship’s Blue Impact program. The program, designed to rejuvenate marine ecosystems in host cities, resonates with Drogba’s passion for protecting the environment.
Carlos Duarte, E1’s Chief Scientist and a leading marine biologist, will lead the E1 Blue Impact program, reinforcing the championship’s commitment to ecological restoration.
Drogba is a retired Ivorian professional footballer, born on March 11, 1978, in Abidjan, Ivory Coast. He is widely regarded as one of the greatest African footballers. Drogba gained international fame during his time as a striker for Chelsea FC in the English Premier League.
Known for his physicality, goal-scoring prowess, and leadership on the field, Drogba played a crucial role in Chelsea’s success, helping the club win multiple Premier League titles and the UEFA Champions League in 2012. He is Chelsea’s fourth-highest goal-scorer of all time.
Beyond his club success, Drogba was a key figure for the Ivory Coast national team. He represented his country in multiple Africa Cup of Nations tournaments and three FIFA World Cups. Drogba’s impact extended off the pitch as well, notably using his influence to advocate for peace during a period of civil conflict in Ivory Coast.
Drogba’s contributions to football and humanitarian efforts earned him numerous awards, including the African Footballer of the Year multiple times. After retiring from professional football, he has remained involved in philanthropy and various football-related activities.
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