{
  "id": 3990897,
  "title": "Emirati racer Alia Abdulsalam breaks Formula 4 powerboat world speed record",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/28/emirati-racer-alia-abdulsalam-breaks-formula-4-powerboat-world-speed",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-08-28T15:17:24.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Gulf News",
    "slug": "gulf-news",
    "url": "https://gulfnews.com/sport/motorsport/emirati-racer-alia-abdulsalam-breaks-formula-4-powerboat-world-speed-record-1.500655695"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "In a remarkable achievement, Emirati racer Alia Abdulsalam Fairooz has set a new world speed record in the Formula 4 powerboat category. The previous record, held by British racer John Brewer at 128.7 km/h over a one-kilometre distance, was surpassed on Lake Songe in Norway. Abdulsalam recorded a new speed of 129 km/h during an official speed attempt. This milestone underscores the advanced capabilities of Emirati marine motorsport and the success of Emirati women in international sports. The Emirati racer is set to compete in the upcoming UIM F4 World Championship in the UK, having undergone rigorous training in Norway to prepare for this historic accomplishment.",
  "summary": "Emirati racer Alia Abdulsalam surpasses world speed record in Formula 4 powerboats",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}