POWER MOVE: F1H2O LEGEND THANI AL QAMZI APPOINTS VETERAN JUMAA AL QUBAISI AS TEAM SUPERVISOR
Abu Dhabi, UAE – 26 December 2025
Team Abu Dhabi, one of the most dominant forces in international powerboat racing, has announced a major strategic move, tapping into decades of homegrown expertise to strengthen its administrative core. The team has officially appointed Jumaa Al Qubaisi as Team Supervisor, a decision personally overseen by the team’s Executive Director and F1H2O racing icon, Thani Al Qamzi.
The appointment is a powerful recognition of Al Qubaisi’s distinguished career, which spans more than 25 years of continuous service within the team’s structure. Al Qubaisi has been a quiet but pivotal force behind the scenes, instrumental in supporting the numerous Grand Prix victories and World Championship titles the team has attained at both local and international levels. His deep understanding of the technical and organizational demands of top-tier powerboat racing makes him an invaluable asset.
This move is a clear statement of intent from the Abu Dhabi Powerboat Team, demonstrating a commitment to leveraging national talents with extensive, hard-won field experience. Al Qubaisi is widely regarded as one of the key figures who has contributed significantly to the development of the team’s operational efficiency, thanks to his accumulated expertise, high level of precision, and profound grasp of the sport’s nature and requirements.
Thani Al Qamzi, the man who spent a quarter-century battling for supremacy on the F1H2O circuit—securing 10 Grand Prix wins and 45 career podium finishes before transitioning to his executive role—affirmed the strategic significance of the decision.
“This appointment reflects strong confidence in Jumaa Al Qubaisi’s capabilities and experience,” Al Qamzi stated. “The upcoming phase of competition requires professionals capable of supporting our technical and administrative teams and enhancing the team’s readiness to continue competing and achieving success. Jumaa is a true veteran, and his promotion ensures that the winning mentality we forged on the water is now driving our operations from the shore.”
For his part, Jumaa Al Qubaisi expressed immense pride in the trust placed in him, emphasizing that his work with the Abu Dhabi Powerboat Team represents a lifelong journey. He reaffirmed his commitment to performing his duties with a strong team spirit, vowing to make every effort to achieve further successes and continue to raise Abu Dhabi’s profile at regional and international forums.
The move signals a seamless transition of power and experience, ensuring that the legacy of success built by legends like Al Qamzi will be maintained by a new generation of seasoned professionals like Al Qubaisi. The powerboat world will be watching closely as Team Abu Dhabi gears up for its next challenge with this formidable new leadership structure in place.
