SailGP has announced pop sensation Olly Murs as the special headliner of the Mubadala Abu Dhabi Sail Grand Prix 2025 Season Grand Final, presented by Abu Dhabi Sports Council (November 29-30) .
As the sun dips over the Arabian Gulf and the on-water action concludes on the first day of racing (Saturday November 29) – Olly will dazzle and delight the SailGP Race Stadium, purpose built at Mina Zayed. Olly’s headline performance in Abu Dhabi will come eight days after the release of his eighth studio album ‘Knees Up’. Backed by a full band, Olly, who has sold over 2 million tour tickets and has 5.7 million monthly Spotify listeners, will perform hits including Troublemaker and Dance With Me Tonight.
Alongside Olly, Mark Wright – popular Heart presenter, TV personality and DJ – is confirmed to perform at Après-Sail presented by Mastercard on Sunday 30 November, closing an unforgettable weekend of sport and entertainment. Olly and Mark will also come together at the start of the event for a special broadcast of their Heart radio show – Saturday Breakfast with Mark Wright and Olly Murs – live from Abu Dhabi.
For those seeking the ultimate luxury entertainment and dining experience, official partner Mastercard will deliver an unparalleled waterfront experience for guests in the Priceless Lounge within the Waterfront Premium Lounge , catered by Nobu by the Beach. Mastercard cardholders can also unlock exclusive Priceless Experiences at the event – offering unforgettable ways to get closer to the action. Among these is the Tech Walk Behind-the-Scenes Tour, where guests can gain an insider look at the cutting-edge technology behind the high-speed catamarans.
Across the weekend, SailGP’s Race Stadium and Waterfront Grandstand will come alive with hype hosts, live music, roaming performers and F50 fly-bys just metres from shore, before thousands of fans dance the afternoon away against the stunning backdrop of the city.
Adding in the drama of 12 national teams going head-to-head at electrifying speeds of over 100 km/h in identical 50-foot foiling catamarans plus the Grand Final, Mina Zayed will transform into the ultimate festival of sport and culture for the prestigious event. Three can race, but only one can win – lifting the coveted Rolex SailGP Championship trophy, and claiming the sport’s top prize of US $2 million.
Olly Murs said: “I’m incredibly excited to perform in Abu Dhabi at SailGP’s Grand Final. Taking to the stage right after the world’s best athletes have raced for the championship will be so special. It’s also going to be such a laugh hosting Saturday Breakfast on Heart with Mark amongst it all. I can’t wait!”
Mark Wright said: “I am buzzing to be linking up with SailGP again. It was incredible to get a behind the scenes experience on-board the team’s F50 in the UK this summer – and I’ve told Olly what to expect. Now to be back, entertaining fans at the final event of the season in Abu Dhabi – and broadcasting live on Heart with Olly – it’s going to be epic.”
SailGP Chief Marketing Officer, Leah Davis, said: “From the moment fans step into the Race Stadium in Abu Dhabi, the atmosphere will take over – the music, energy and spectacle, on and off the water. The Après-Sail presented by Mastercard celebration will come alive with world-class pop sensation Olly Murs creating a party that keeps the excitement going as the sun sets against the beautiful Abu Dhabi backdrop. Mark Wright will bring a joyous end to our 2025 Season and we’re extremely excited to have Olly and Mark present their hit Heart radio show live from the event.”
