Alia Abdulsalam Becomes First Emirati Woman To Compete In Formula 4 Powerboat World Championship

Alia Abdulsalam is set to make history as the first Emirati woman to compete in the Formula 4 Powerboat World Championship. Her participation marks a significant achievement for Emirati women's sports. Alia's international racing season will commence with the Norway Grand Prix on 15 August 2025, followed by her participation in Italy on 16 September, a key event in the championship.

Nirvana Holding and 9Yards Communications have entered into an official sponsorship agreement with Alia Abdulsalam Firoz, an Emirati powerboat racer. This partnership designates them as providers of travel, tourism, and media services for her participation in both local and international Formula powerboat races.

The collaboration between Nirvana Holding and 9Yards Communications highlights their dedication to supporting national talent and empowering Emirati women. Their focus is particularly on marine sports, aiming to boost their presence regionally and globally. This initiative underscores a commitment to fostering growth in various fields.

Omar Al Ali, CEO of Nirvana Holding, emphasized the importance of supporting Alia Abdulsalam. He stated: "We are proud to sponsor the first Emirati woman to compete in Formula powerboat racing, and we firmly believe in her exceptional potential to represent the UAE on the global stage. This partnership underscores our ongoing commitment to supporting Emirati champions and shaping inspiring success stories."

Alia expressed her gratitude towards Nirvana Holding and 9Yards Communications for their support. She said: "I am truly grateful to Nirvana Holding and 9Yards Communications for their tremendous support, which gives both myself and my team a significant morale boost as we pursue championship titles. Our goal is clear - to compete for top positions in every race and represent the UAE with pride on the international stage.''

This sponsorship aligns with Nirvana Holding's vision of contributing actively to the development of Emirati sports. By backing Alia Abdulsalam, they aim to inspire more success stories within the UAE's sporting community.

As Alia prepares for her upcoming races, she carries not only her ambitions but also the hopes of many aspiring athletes from her country. Her journey serves as an inspiration for future generations of Emirati women aiming to excel in sports.

With inputs from WAM