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Pub-Inspired Soapbox Takes Crown!
23 Jun
Summary
- A pub-inspired soapbox vehicle won a race in London.
- The winning team reached speeds of 35mph.
- Racers were judged on creativity, speed, and showmanship.
A soapbox creation, conceived during several pub visits, has been crowned the winner of the Red Bull Soapbox Race 2026. The four-person team from Billericay, Essex, triumphed over 60 other entries at Alexandra Palace in north London on Saturday, June 20, 2026. Their uniquely designed kart, themed around a prison escape and featuring a prominent balloon, achieved a top speed of 35mph.
The winning pilots expressed disbelief at their kart's speed, noting it felt faster than the measured 35mph. Their design, a product of 'a few pub trips and a few pints of lager,' impressed the judges alongside their showmanship. The competition involved navigating a speed-demanding hill equipped with twists and ramps.
This victory follows a second-place finish for the same soapbox at a recent rally in Billericay. The team reported confidence grew after the kart withstood initial jumps without structural failure. They celebrated their win with a trophy and jokingly offered their services for future events.
