Formula One Racing in Dubai
Dubai has built one of the worlds most prestigious and state of the art formula one race tracks.
Formula one superstars such as Eddie Irvine and Michael Schumacher have visited the site and were amazed at the venue. We shall keep you informed as to the completion and launch of Formula One in Dubai. In the meantime enjoy the information on: www.formula1.com.
Dubai Autodrome
Whilst in Dubai feel free to visit this amazing attraction. The Dubai Autodrome was opened in 2004 and includes an FIA-sanctioned 5.39km circuit, with 6 different configurations. You will be amazed to find out it also has a race and driving school and a CIK-approved karting track.
The Dubai Autodrome has been built to world-class standards and in the early half of 2006 started the first national motor racing program in the UAE. This includes GTI Cup specification cars such as Golf GTI’s.
The race track was officially inaugurated in October 2004 when it hosted the final round of the GT Championships. The president of The Dubai Autodrome HH Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum stated in January 2007 that they are committed to adhering to the highest international standards in all major events in the UAE and the Middle East. His aim with the Autodrome is to create an international landmark that will host major racing championships and maybe one day Formula One.
You may think the above is a dream however in February 2007 in front of an elated crowd of thousands Bernie Ecclestone signed a contract with Abu Dhabi racetrack to host a Formula One Grand Prix from 2009 for a period of 7 years. Formula One Management CEO Mr Ecclestone commented: ‘We are delighted to welcome Abu Dhabi into the Formula One family, and look forward to a long and successful partnership.’ The Dubai Autodrome has a vision and a belief that will ensure it will surely follow Abu Dhabi into the Formula One family.
At the Autodrome you can turn those racing car dreams into reality the course offers the option to ‘arrive and drive’ this quite simply means you turn up in the morning and drive a race car ranging from a 200BHP automatic Audi to a 180BHP 5 speed Sequential single seater sports car, this is the closest thing to a Formula One race track car! You will find the costing amazing ranging from Dhs600 – Dhs900. (£80-£125)
The Race and Driving School is the first of its kind in the Middle East and caters for the novice as well as the experienced driver. We recommend if you have time to book a session. Corporate packages are also available and be tailored to suit your requirements for up to 120 people.
Dubai MotorCity
MotorCity is under construction and will be built around the existing Dubai Autodrome. It will be a world of exceptional entertainment, dining, leisure, retail, residential and commercial properties.
For those young at heart the centrepiece will be the FIA-certified Race Track, along with a Formula One Theme Park. You will be able to experience the thrills of the worlds first ever F1 Themed Park, there will be a museum dedicated to F1 and the worlds most spellbinding, heartponding rides and attractions will enthrall young and old.
There will be state of the art hotels and restaurants along with office space all based around the F1 theme. This is every race lovers dream- a whole city dedicated to the most thrilling sport on the planet.
Homes and apartments will be strategically placed around the complex in a green community that will provide all state of the art amenities
This will be the only place on earth dedicated to this fantastic sport- if you seek adventure, thrills and leisure all together then MotorCity is the place to be.
