Team Qatar to debut at FIA Motorsport Games

In a landmark moment for Qatar’s motorsport scene, seven talented drivers will represent the nation at the prestigious FIA Motorsport Games 2024. The announcement came during a special event held at Lusail International Circuit (LIC) yesterday, marking Qatar’s first-ever participation in this global competition.
The FIA Motorsport Games, often hailed as the “Olympics of motorsport”, will take place from October 23-27 in Valencia, Spain. This third edition of the games promises to be the largest yet, featuring 26 categories and attracting over 1,000 athletes from more than 100 countries.
Qatar’s team for the FIA Motorsport Games comprises of 7 talented drivers across 5 categories including Bader al-Sulaiti (F4 driver), Abdulaziz al-Kuwari (Rally 2 Gravel driver) and his co-driver Nasser al-Kuwari, Ghanim al-Ali (GT), Ibrahim Abdulghani (GT), Saif al-Obaidli (Karting Mini) and Khalid al-Maraghi (Esports GT).
Amro al-Hamad, CEO of Lusail International Circuit said: “As a nation with a growing passion for motorsports, these drivers will represent Qatar on an international stage, showcasing their skill, determination, and the months of preparation.”
He added: “From F4 to Rally, GT, Karting, and even Esports, our drivers come from diverse disciplines, united by one goal: to make Qatar proud. Their commitment and dedication are unmatched, and we are confident that their hard work will be on full display in Valencia.”
It’s not just about participating in the event. The drivers are well prepared and we have high expectations. We will continue to participate in this event as we are concentrating on younger generation which is our future,” al-Hamad said.
These talented drivers have undergone rigorous preparation, including intensive races, testing sessions, and a dedicated training camp in Europe this past summer, organised and supported by the Qatar Motor & Motorcycle Federation (QMMF). Their participation marks a significant milestone in Qatar’s motorsport journey.
Khalid al-Maraghi, competing in the ESports GT category, emphasised the team’s commitment to daily training in the lead-up to the event. Al-Maraghi stated: “Our goal is to compete at the highest level, striving for victory and making Qatar proud on the global stage”.
Ghanim al-Ali said it would be a proud moment for the entire team to represent Qatar. “This is going to be a new challenge and we are looking forward to a strong performance,” he said.
Saif al-Obaidli, the youngest member in Team Qatar, was also optimistic of good results. “I have competed in competitions in Dubai and Italy and I am ready for this new challenge,” he said.
The FIA Motorsport Games, jointly organised by the Federation Internationale de l’Automobile (FIA) and SRO Motorsports Group, has seen remarkable growth since its inception in 2019. The event brings together athletes from across the globe, fostering a unique spirit of sporting competition under national flags.
These seven drivers in the FIA Motorsport Games are set to inspire a new generation of Qatari motorsport enthusiasts. Their dedication and skill will form the backbone of the country’s motorsport scene, both internationally and locally.