Doha: President of the Qatar Motor and Motorcycle Federation (QMMF) and Lusail International Circuit Abdulrahman Abdullatif Al Mannai emphasized that the participation of team Qatar in the 24 Hours of Le Mans race, one of the oldest endurance races in the world, promotes Qatar's global presence in motorsports.
According to Qatar News Agency, Al Mannai in press remarks highlighted that this historic first-time participation of team Qatar in the race represents a significant milestone reflecting QMMF's strategic commitment to international motorsports and the inclusion of Qatari talents on the global stage.
He further elaborated that the participation of team Qatar in the race, scheduled for June 13-14 at the Circuit de la Sarthe in France, represents both an honor and a responsibility. Al Mannai expressed his satisfaction with the Qatari presence in this renowned global motorsport event, which annually attracts an elite group of key drivers, manufacturers, and international teams.
Al Mannai also noted that team Qatar has achieved commendable results in the Middle East Endurance Championship races over the past two seasons and has undergone intensive preparations recently. He expressed confidence in the team's technical readiness and determination to represent the State of Qatar in the best possible manner during their participation in the 24 Hours of Le Mans race.
He emphasized that the goal for participating in the iconic Le Mans race extends beyond competition, as it is part of a long-term vision to enhance Qatar's global motorsports presence, open new opportunities for drivers and engineers, and inspire future generations of Qatari motorsport enthusiasts.
Al Mannai anticipates strong competition at the race with the presence of key international teams, marking the start of a new era for Qatari ambitions in international motorsport.
In conclusion, Al Mannai announced that QMMF will soon unveil details about the team list representing Qatar in this historic event, including the drivers and car category, along with the official team presentation.
Team Qatar is set to compete in the prestigious Le Mans race in collaboration with the Italian team "Iron Lynx," combining international endurance racing expertise with Qatar's growing ambitions in global circuit racing.
The Le Mans race, first launched in 1923, has become the oldest continuous endurance race in the world, attracting historic names that have made a significant impact on the world of circuit racing.