Red Bull Soapbox Race Returns to the UK | Event Recap

The Red Bull Soapbox Race made its triumphant return to the UK after a two-year hiatus, with The Hurry Houdinis emerging victorious at London’s iconic Alexandra Palace. Here’s everything you need to know about this thrilling event:

Event Overview

• The Red Bull Soapbox Race, known for drawing massive crowds worldwide, did not disappoint in London. Over 16,000 spectators gathered at Alexandra Palace to witness the excitement.
• This year, 59 teams competed, traveling from as far as Glasgow, Newcastle, and Northern Ireland to take on the challenging course.

Crazy Cart Designs

• The event featured an array of creative and quirky vehicle designs, including:
  • The Belly of the Whale’s Harry Potter-inspired ‘Knight Bus’
  • Fast and Furniture’s sideways Simpson’s sofa
  • No Kane, No Gain’s ‘Harry Crane’

The Champions

• The Hurry Houdinis from London claimed the championship, impressing a star-studded judging panel featuring BMX star Matt Harrus, professional mountain bike rider Jono Jones, freestyle skier Kirsty Muir, and fitness and lifestyle creator Esme Gummer.
• Teams were judged on creativity, speed, and showmanship, navigating four notable track features: The AA Water Jump, The Wedge, The Bone Rattler, and The Kicker.

Champion’s Reaction

• Overjoyed by their victory, The Hurry Houdinis said: “We can’t believe we have actually won. When we arrived and saw all the other carts, we thought we would have been lucky to get in the top two. The quality of the other carts were so high. It felt electric to win. A lifetime of preparation has gone into this moment now. We will be back to defend the title with a few tricks up our sleeves to make it bigger and better for the next race.”