Abu Dhabi: Yas Marina Circuit is gearing up for the start of another busy motorsport season as the Yas Racing Series gets underway with plenty of entertainment off and on the track for people to enjoy. Free entry tickets are now available.
Racing fans and the public can watch the official practice sessions as teams look to fine-tune their cars before the season-opening races in the Yas Kartzone viewing area. Running from October 31st to November 2nd, the opening round features the Gulf ProCar Championship, the region’s leading GT and touring car series, alongside the Gulf Radical Cup, showcasing high-speed prototype race cars.
Race weekend will see drivers battle for early-season points in both championships, while the Emirates Motorsports Organization (EMSO) conducts live marshal training and a Formula 1 simulation race in preparation for the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix.
With free admission on all three days, fans can return or see the teams in competitive action for the first time on November 1 and November 2 as they battle for glory in the Gulf ProCar Championship and the Gulf Radical Cup.
As well as watching the thrilling action, the public will not be short of options for activities off the track. Among the free activations to take place are: the Pit Stop Challenge, where fans can test themselves to change tyres in this exciting team competition, and fun games, including the Tamiya Mini 4WD race track in the Otaku M.E Experience.
Adults and children can also get up close to the racing cars and get their pictures taken during the popular Pit Lane Walk, while fans of all ages can have a go in mini-track racing as part of the ADNOC Yas in Schools Challenge.
Ali Al Bishr, General Manager of Yas Marina Circuit, stated that, “Motorsport is at the core of our strategy at Yas Marina Circuit and we enter the new 2025/26 season with another busy calendar beginning with the opening round of Yas Racing Series. The Gulf ProCar Championship and Gulf Radical Cup are both top competitions in the region, providing a platform for drivers to get competitive experience on this iconic track.”
Ali Al Bishr remarked that, “With free admission, we encourage people of all ages to witness not only the thrilling action on track but also enjoy a wide arrange of activities in what will be a fun weekend for all.” Fans can register now to be part of the season’s first round and experience the excitement at Yas Marina Circuit.
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