Abu Dhabi To Host Electrifying Finale Of World Supercross Championship 2024

The FIM World Supercross Championship (WSX) is set to return to Abu Dhabi for the second year in a row. Scheduled for Wednesday, 4th December 2024, at Etihad Arena, this event promises thrilling off-road motorcycle racing under the night sky. This year's championship begins at BC Place in Vancouver, Canada, on 26th October.

Following Vancouver, the championship heads to Perth, Australia, for Rounds 2 and 3 with a double-header at HBF Park on 23-24 November. The season finale will take place in Abu Dhabi on 4th December at Etihad Arena. This event will be part of an exhilarating week of motorsport action on Yas Island, culminating in the crowning of the series' 2024 Champions.

Saif Rashid Al Noaimi, CEO of Ethara, expressed his enthusiasm: "We are thrilled to be bringing the FIM World Supercross Championship back to Yas Island’s Etihad Arena for its exciting season finale. Ethara remains committed to bringing the best events to the region and building destination event propositions, and with this addition to Race Week it continues to support Abu Dhabi’s growing prominence as a premier destination for world-class motorsport entertainment."

This year offers a unique opportunity for motorsport fans as they can witness two World Championship finals within one week. The Formula 1 season finale will take place just days after the WSX event at Yas Marina Circuit. Additionally, fans can enjoy the Yasalam After-Race Concerts and the Gulf 12 Hours endurance race.

Reflecting on last year's success, where fans enjoyed an impressive display of skill and excitement, the 2024 season finale promises even more action. With 32 riders competing for two championship titles on a specially designed track inside Etihad Arena, it will be a high-octane spectacle kicking off an incredible week of motorsport.

Global Sporting Destination

Tom Burwell, WSX CEO, commented on Ethara’s ongoing support: "We’re extremely excited for the WSX Abu Dhabi Grand Prix this December. Yas Island and Abu Dhabi are world-leading destinations for global sport, so to be returning later this year represents yet another key achievement for not just the World Supercross Championship but for our sport more broadly as we continue to gain a foothold in new markets."

The return of WSX to Abu Dhabi highlights its growing status as a premier location for world-class motorsport entertainment. With both WSX and Formula 1 events taking place within days of each other, sports fans can look forward to an unforgettable week filled with top-tier racing action.

The combination of these major events underscores Abu Dhabi's commitment to hosting significant sporting occasions and providing exceptional experiences for regional and international audiences alike.

With inputs from WAM