Doha: The Qatar Motor and Motorcycle Federation (QMMF) is poised to once again highlight the karting scene in the region by hosting the MENA KARTING CHAMPIONSHIP NATIONS CUP 2025 at the Lusail Karting Circuit from October 21 to 25, 2025. Following the remarkable success of its first edition in 2023 and its subsequent return in 2024, this year’s championship is set to present an even grander display of regional motorsport talent.
The championship will include over 150 drivers from 18 nations throughout the Middle East and North Africa, with participants representing countries such as Qatar, Algeria, Bahrain, Egypt, Iraq, Jordan, Kuwait, Lebanon, Mauritania, Morocco, Iran, Oman, Palestine, Saudi Arabia, Syria, Tunisia, the United Arab Emirates, and Yemen. Competitors will race in six Rotax Max Challenge categories — Micro Max (ages 8–11), Mini Max (ages 10–13), Junior Max (ages 12–15), Senior Max (ages 14+), DD2 (ages 15+), and DD2 Masters (ages 31+) — in addition to the R390 Sprint and R390 Endurance categories, which are open to drivers aged 15 and older.
The thrilling schedule will commence with administration and driver briefings on October 21, followed by practice sessions on October 22 and 23, in addition to a formal Welcome Ceremony and Gala Dinner. Racing will take the spotlight from October 24 to 25, featuring qualifying sessions, heats, the R390 Endurance race, Pre-Finals, and Finals, culminating in the Championship Awards and MENA Nations Cup Presentation on the evening of October 25.
Spectators are encouraged to partake in all the exhilarating action with free admission throughout the event. A dedicated shuttle service will be available between General Admission Parking and the karting track, while attendees can also enjoy a lively entertainment zone that includes racing simulators, a radio-controlled car circuit, PlayStation 5 gaming stations, and a 360-degree photo booth. For fans who cannot attend in person, all races will be broadcast live on QMMF’s official YouTube channel.
Last year’s edition saw Lebanon claim the MENA Nations Cup title, with Morocco finishing second and the UAE securing third place, highlighting the depth of talent across the region. With the bar set high in 2024, this year’s championship is poised to deliver another thrilling weekend of racing and national pride.
