Mon Sep 23 22:09:23 UTC 2024: ## Young Scottish Racer Takes on the Electric Waves in Formula E

**Balloch, Scotland:** 18-year-old Oban Duncan is making waves in the world of motorsports, not on land, but on the water. Duncan, a native of Balloch, Scotland, is a racer in the UIM E1 World Championship, the world’s first electric boat racing championship. The series, which features celebrity team leaders like Will Smith, Rafael Nadal, and Didier Drogba, sees nine teams compete for the championship title.

Duncan’s passion for racing began at a young age. At eight years old, she placed second in the national RYA Honda RIB challenge, showcasing her natural talent for navigating the water. Now, Duncan is competing against the best in the world, proving that age is just a number when it comes to pursuing your dreams.

You can learn more about the E1 World Championship and Duncan’s journey in the latest episode of Click.

**Other News Highlights**

This week’s news also features stories ranging from a Royal Ballet dancer’s return to his hometown to the unveiling of Scotland’s only vinyl pressing factory. Other noteworthy events include:

* **Strong Winds and Heavy Rain:** Scotland is experiencing strong winds and heavy rain, particularly in the western parts of the country.
* **Robotic Stroke Rehabilitation:** Robotic coaches programmed to guide stroke patients through rehabilitation exercises are being tested in Scotland.
* **Beavers Return to Cairngorms:** Beavers are making a comeback in the Cairngorms with the first kits being born there in 400 years.
* **Wildcat Identification Challenges:** Wildcat identification can be complicated because wildcats have a significant interbreeding history.
* **Exams Body Apologizes for Technical Issues:** Some pupils across Scotland didn’t get their exam results due to a technical issue, according to the exams body SQA.

For more detailed information on these stories and other local news, please visit the BBC website.

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