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Doha, Qatar: Lusail International Circuit (LIC) commenced the 2026 MotoGP Qatar Airways Grand Prix of Qatar on Friday, November 6, 2026, running until November 8 and marking the 22nd edition of MotoGPat LIC since the circuit first hosted the championship in 2004. This season is the last under the current 1000cc engine regulations, adding extra significance to every round, including LIC’s night race. The first day consisted of practice sessions for all categories including the Idemitsu Moto4 Asia Cup. In Moto4 Free Practice 1, Kotaro Togashi from Japan topped the timesheets with 2’10.930, with Qabil Irfan from Malaysia second with 2’11.596 and Bintang Pranata from Indonesia completing the top three with 2’11.904. The Moto3first free practice saw Maximo Quiles from CFMOTO Gaviota Aspar Team deliver the fastest lap at 2’04.143, followed by Joel Kelso from GRYD Racing at 2’04.936 and Marco Morelli from CFMOTO Gaviota Aspar Team with 2’04.992. In the Moto2™ first free practice, Daniel Holgado from CFMOTO Power Electronics Aspar Team set the pace with 1’56.784, followed by Celestino Vietti from BETA Tools SpeedRS Team at 1’56.923 and Izan Guevara from BLU CRU Pramac Yamaha Moto2 at 1’56.970. Later in the day, the MotoGP™ first free practice was led by Marc Marquez from Ducati Lenovo Team, who recorded the fastest lap at 1’52.278. Following closely were Marco Bezzecchi from Aprilia Racing at 1’52.388 and Fabio Di Giannantonio from Pertamina Enduro VR46 Racing Team at 1'52.691. In the second free practice of Idemitsu Moto4 Asia Cup, Kotaro Togashi from Japan topped the timesheets with 2’10.192, while Qabil Irfan from Malaysia came second at 2’10.411 and Noprutpong Bunprawes from Thailand finished third at 2’10.436. During the break between track sessions, the first 200 fans to enter joined this year’s Autograph Session, giving them the opportunity to meet and collect signatures from star riders with the likes of Marc Marquez, Pecco Bagnaia, Maverick Viñales, Franco Morbidelli, Pedro Acosta, and many more. The Moto3Practice once again saw Maximo Quiles from CFMOTO Gaviota Aspar Team set the fastest lap at 2’03.172, followed by Liqui Moly Dynavolt Intact GP’s David Almansa at 2’03.372 and David Muñoz at 2’03.443. In the Moto2Practice, Daniel Holgado from CFMOTO Power Electronics Aspar Team KALEX claimed the top spot once again with 1’55.897, followed by Filip Salac at 1’56.096 and Izan Guevara from BLU CRU Pramac Yamaha Moto2 at 1’56.136. To conclude the day’s track action, the MotoGP™ Practice delivered a historic moment as Fabio Di Giannantonio from Pertamina Enduro VR46 Racing Team set a new all-time lap record at LIC with 1’50.406. Marc Marquez from Ducati Lenovo Team followed closely at 1’50.548, with Marco Bezzecchi from Aprilia Racing third at 1’50.666. Away from the track, the MotoGPFan Zone at LIC welcomed spectators with interactive entertainment, children’s activities and a diverse selection of food and beverage options. Visitors also explored the Cultural Village, which celebrates Qatar’s heritage through traditional crafts, henna, spices, oud demonstrations and Dahrooi, a traditional Qatari game. The MotoGPQatar Airways Grand Prix of Qatar 2026 promises exciting action over the next two days. Saturday will feature qualifying sessions, the Moto2and Moto3Hero Walk, The MotoGPTissot Sprint and BMW M Laps. For the first time, the MotoGPFan Zone at Lusail International Circuit (LIC) will feature a dedicated podium for the Tissot Sprint, bringing the celebration of Saturday’s race straight to the fans. Fans can be part of the moment, with the atmosphere of the podium celebration extending beyond the track and into the heart of the Fan Zone. Sunday will feature the MotoGPHero Walk and Talk Show, the Moto3and Moto2races and the Opening Ceremony, ahead of the 22-lap MotoGPGrand Prix. Tickets are available for QAR 200 and include access to all three days of racing, and can be purchased at tickets.lcsc.qa.

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Doha: The 45th Arab Golf Championship for men and women got under way at Doha Golf Club on Friday, with 72 players from 14 countries set to compete for individual and team honours. Hosted by the Qatar Golf Association, the competitions begin on Saturday and continue until Tuesday. The opening ceremony featured a parade of the participating teams and was attended by Adel Al-Fayyad, Vice President of the Arab Golf Federation, Hamad Abdullah Al-Mana, President of the Qatar Golf Federation, and Fahad Al-Nuaimi, Secretary General of the Qatar Golf Federation, along with officials and heads of the participating delegations. The tournament is being held in Qatar for the first time, marking another important occasion for the country’s growing golf programme. Al-Nuaimi welcomed the participating teams and said Qatar was proud to host the prestigious championship. He also highlighted the long history of the event, which was first held in Lebanon in 1975 and has since provided a platform for leading Arab golfers to compete against one another and develop their standards. Al-Fayyad described the championship as one of the region’s leading golf events, bringing together some of the best Arab players while helping strengthen sporting ties between the participating countries. He also praised Qatar’s facilities and organisational capabilities, saying they provided a strong setting for the championship. The men’s field consists of 51 players representing 14 countries, while 21 players from nine countries will compete in the women’s event. The Qatar team has completed its preparations at Doha Golf Club and will be looking to make a strong showing on home soil in both the individual and team competitions.

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Doha, Qatar: Lusail International Circuit (LIC) has revealed the official key visual for the Formula 1® Qatar Airways Qatar Grand Prix 2025, capturing the energy, speed, and spirit of the event set for 28–30 November. The artwork showcases the Qatar Formula 1® car in its bold and unique national colors, a bold reflection of Qatar’s presence on the global motorsport stage. Speeding through LIC’s iconic building, the car blazes a trail of light and color, symbolizing the sheer speed and adrenaline of Formula 1. Local cultural elements are also woven into the artwork, with Saadu-inspired curb designs stretched along the track and a dramatic Doha skyline backdrop, blending tradition with modernity. Front and center is the tagline “Where Hearts Are Racing”—a campaign platform carried forward from 2024. More than a slogan, it reflects how motorsport has become deeply rooted in Qatari society and how Lusail International Circuit seeks to connect the emotions of the drivers on track with the fans in the grandstands. Whether it’s the thrill of watching Formula 1live for the first time, witnessing the Sprint Race, cheering on the next generation through Formula 2™, or simply soaking up the electric atmosphere of race weekend, “Where Hearts Are Racing” is a promise that every moment at LIC creates lasting memories. It underscores the circuit’s role as a world-class hub for motorsport and as a destination where passion, culture, and performance come together on and off the track. With British singer Seal — renowned for his soulful music — confirmed as Friday night’s headlining artist and more exciting news still to come, anticipation is building towards one of the most thrilling weekends of the year. Tickets have seen record demand, with the Main Grandstand and 3 day General Admissions already sold out. However, fans can still secure their spot with tickets available for the North Grandstand, T2, T3, and T16 Grandstands, as well as single-day Lusail Hill General Admission. Prices begin at QAR 200 for single-day General Admission, while three-day Grandstand access starts from QAR 1,000. Premium experiences also remain available, including hospitality and VIP packages designed to bring fans closer to the thrill of Formula 1 ® as anticipation grows for the return of Formula 1to Qatar.