UIM (Union Internationale Motonautique) is the world-wide governing body for powerboat racing.  Recognized by the International Olympic Committee, UIM is based in the Principality of Monaco.  More than 50 national authorities are members of UIM, including the UK Royal Yachting Association and the US American Power Boat Association.  Read more about this association on the UIM Powerboating website.

The Desert Storm Poker Run is one of the biggest in the U.S. Each spring over 200 of the fastest powerboats converge on Lake Havasu for four days of partying, powerboat races and the poker run. Participants represent some of the top performance boat manufacturers and entrants come from all corners of the nation. The event raises money for local charities.

The Nautical Inn Resort in Lake Havasu has hosted the event for the past few years. Lake Havasu is a favorite location for powerboat racing with the London Bridge part of the scenery.

Check out this YouTube video of the 2008 Desert Storm Poker Run:

Powerboat P1 is one of the most exciting offshore race series in the world. State-of-the-art powerboats race neck to neck at some of the most exotic locations on the globe. It’s all about sound, speed and guts.

The competition started on May 8, 2009 in Malta and ends on October 24, 2009 in Bahrain, with events in Turkey, Italy and Sweden. Each round combines the thrills of powerboat racing with exhibitions and live entertainment in a carnival-like venue. Spectators can watch from on land or at sea.

Television coverage will be available on ESPN, Fox News and other major sports broadcasting channels throughout the world. The coverage is described as the most extensive in the history of powerboat racing. Powerboat P1 has also set up a dedicated YouTube channel.

For more information and videos, the Powerboat P1 official website.