Red Bull’s Soapbox Race Returns to London’s Alexandra Palace

Thousands of spectators gathered at London’s Alexandra Palace to witness the return of Red Bull’s Soapbox Race, a thrilling event that challenges teams to design and build the wackiest homemade soapboxes. This year’s competition saw 59 teams take part, with designs inspired by popular culture, including Harry Potter, The Simpsons, and Taylor Swift.

The Hurry Houdinis, from London, took home the top prize

The Hurry Houdinis, a team from London, were crowned the winners of this year’s competition. They credited their “lifetime of preparation” for their victory, which felt “electric” to achieve. Their soapbox design was inspired by the Harry Potter Knight Bus, and it was clear that their hard work paid off.

Creativity and Speed

The soapbox designs were judged on creativity, speed, and showmanship. While some teams didn’t make it to the finish line, others impressed the judges with their innovative designs. The Every Can Counts team, who designed a “recycling truck” soapbox called “Chitty Chitty Can Can,” took home third place. They joked that their soapbox reached speeds of “just under 1,000 miles an hour,” creating a “sonic boom” on the course.

The Every Can Counts team’s soapbox design

A Fun-Filled Day

The event was a fun-filled day for spectators, with teams showcasing their creative designs and racing skills. Red Bull has held over 100 soapbox races around the world since the original event in Brussels in 2000. This year’s event in London was a huge success, with thousands of people attending to cheer on their favorite teams.

A team’s soapbox takes a tumble

The Red Bull Soapbox Race is a unique event that combines creativity, speed, and showmanship. It’s an event that brings people together, and we can’t wait to see what next year’s competition brings.

“It felt electric to win.” - The Hurry Houdinis