New Motorsport Stars Adam Al Azhari And August Raber Make Their Formula 4 Middle East Debut At Abu Dhabi Grand Prix

The Formula 4 Middle East Trophy Round is set to return to Yas Marina Circuit this weekend, coinciding with the Formula 1 Etihad Airways Abu Dhabi Grand Prix 2024. This event promises exciting on-track action, featuring Abu Dhabi's Yas Heat Racing team. The weekend will showcase local talent and ambassadors representing their home teams.

Yas Heat Racing's Formula 4 Middle East team introduces promising young drivers, including 15-year-olds Adam Al Azhari and August Raber. Al Azhari, who gained attention in Formula 4 Spain last season, aims to enhance his skills at his home track for the first time. His teammate, Raber, known for his karting achievements, will also make his debut at this circuit.

Adding to the excitement are Emirati racers Amna and Hamda Al Qubaisi, competing as Yas Heat Racing ambassadors in the Formula 1 Academy finale. Hamda returns to her home track driving for Red Bull Racing after an impressive second F1 Academy season, currently holding P6 in the standings. Meanwhile, Amna represents Visa Cash App RB and continues to lead as a prominent figure for Emirati women in motorsport.

Francesca Pardini, Senior Specialist at Yas Heat Racing, shared her enthusiasm: "This season marks a new chapter for Yas Heat Racing, with a mix of experienced drivers and emerging talent ready to take on the challenge. The Abu Dhabi Grand Prix offers an unparalleled platform to showcase their skills and their development plan in front of the world’s best racers – setting the tone for a successful year ahead."

Following this non-point scoring Trophy Round at the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, the F4 Middle East season will officially start at Kuwait Motor Town on 17th January. Additional rounds are confirmed at both Yas Marina Circuit in Abu Dhabi and Dubai Autodrome in Dubai. The location for the season finale is yet to be announced.

As Yas Heat Racing steps onto the international stage, it continues to drive forward UAE's motorsport legacy. By inspiring and nurturing future racers, it solidifies Yas Marina Circuit as a hub for developing world-class motorsport talent.

With inputs from WAM