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Gulf Weekly
08-05-2025
- Automotive
- Gulf Weekly
Lego lady!
Motorsport maverick Faten Amin, the first Bahraini woman in a host of top organising roles in the sport, has taken her journey off-road with her collection of unique Lego F1 sets. The 39-year-old Bahrain International Circuit (BIC) digital content executive is blending her love for the sport with her relatively recent hobby of Lego set-building. 'I have 66 sets so far, but not all of them are built – about 14 to 15 sets are not built yet,' she told GulfWeekly during the Formula 1 Gulf Air Bahrain Grand Prix held at the BIC in mid-April. 'I like to have a collection, rather than having one or two sets, and Lego kept bringing out more sets, so my hobby just keep on growing.' But Faten is more than just a collector. She's created a unique niche for herself by documenting her Lego builds through ASMR-style videos on TikTok, capturing the satisfying clicks of each piece coming together. 'When I build the sets, I do a video where it's music-free to keep the focus on the ASMR (autonomous sensory meridian response) click, making sure that it is very clear,' she added. Last year, Faten made history as the first Bahraini woman to serve as Clerk Of the Course (COC) for the FIA Formula 3 Championship during the 2024 Bahrain Grand Prix. This year, in addition to her duties at the BIC, she had a dual role for the support races happening during the race weekend – deputy COC for the Porsche Carrera Cup Middle East and chief communications for F2. However, she was able to make time to stock up on new Lego sets, one of which she even got signed by the Ferrari duo of seven-time world champion Lewis Hamilton and Charles Leclerc. 'Ever since I was young, I was always fascinated by Lego but I never had the time or budget for it,' she reminisced. 'However, that changed in 2019, when my husband bought me a Lego Movie Maker set because I do stop motion videos. The set could actually help me do stop motion with Lego, and it teaches you everything. 'He saw the set and knew it was perfect for me. Ever since then, I just kept on buying the sets that I wanted, like the Friends set, the McLaren, and it just grew.' The first set that she worked on was a small speed champion car, which she completed in about 90 minutes. Up next was the 2022 McLaren F1 car, which took her about 10 hours. What started as a casual interest quickly transformed into a serious collection, with Faten now boasting an impressive collection spanning diverse themes, from F1 racing sets to botanical collections featuring delicate roses and tulips. 'When I'm building these sets, I can meditate with no thoughts at all,' she explained. 'It just clears the mind. That's what I like. I like to sit and clear my mind out of everything from life. That's why I enjoy building it. It's like my yoga session with building Legos.' Her most challenging build to date was the Ferrari Daytona set, a 24-hour project she completed just a few days before giving birth – something that didn't even hold her F1 organising ambitions, as she served as the COC last year while pregnant. A veteran marshal since 2005, Faten has been a pivotal figure in Bahrain's racing community. Last year, she made history by becoming the first female Clerk of the Course for Formula Three – a remarkable achievement she accomplished while eight months pregnant. Her collection reflects her motorsports passion, with numerous F1 and racing-themed Lego sets taking pride of place in her home. She even treasures a small piece of carbon fiber from an F2 wing – a memento from her early marshalling days. 'I've always been passionate about motorsports,' Amin explains. 'From watching NASCAR as a child to marshalling at local races, it's been a lifelong love.'
Daily Tribune
12-04-2025
- Automotive
- Daily Tribune
BIC launches tickets to 2026 F1 weekend in Bahrain with incredible 20% discount
Bahrain International Circuit (BIC), 'The Home of Motorsport in the Middle East', announced today the launch of a limited sale window for the Formula 1 Gulf Air Bahrain Grand Prix in 2026, with the chance to take advantage of an incredible 20% discount. It is never too early to book seats for the Kingdom of Bahrain's biggest and most highly anticipated sporting and entertainment event of the year. The 20% price reduction is available for all BIC's grandstands, including the Main, Turn 1, Beyon, University, and Victory grandstands. And after the total sell-out of all these tickets – in record time – for this year's grand prix spectacle, fans are advised to act now and take advantage of this amazing deal and secure the best seats. The 20 per cent deal is the first opportunity to guarantee seats at prices which BIC assures will not be beaten. The offer is available for a limited period only and can be purchased for all BIC's grandstands. They are now available online at or by calling the BIC Hotline on +973-17450000. The 20 per cent discount will not be on offer at any other time leading up to next year's race weekend.
Gulf Insider
12-04-2025
- Automotive
- Gulf Insider
BIC Launches Tickets To 2026 F1 Weekend In Bahrain With Incredible 20% Discount
Bahrain International Circuit (BIC), 'The Home of Motorsport in the Middle East', announced today the launch of a limited sale window for the Formula 1 Gulf Air Bahrain Grand Prix in 2026, with the chance to take advantage of an incredible 20% discount. It is never too early to book seats for the Kingdom of Bahrain's biggest and most highly anticipated sporting and entertainment event of the year. The 20% price reduction is available for all BIC's grandstands, including the Main, Turn 1, Beyon, University, and Victory grandstands. And after the total sell-out of all these tickets – in record time – for this year's grand prix spectacle, fans are advised to act now and take advantage of this amazing deal and secure the best seats. The 20 per cent deal is the first opportunity to guarantee seats at prices which BIC assures will not be beaten. The offer is available for a limited period only and can be purchased for all BIC's grandstands. They are now available online at or by calling the BIC Hotline on +973-17450000. The 20 per cent discount will not be on offer at any other time leading up to next year's race weekend. For more information, visit call the BIC Hotline on +973-17450000, or follow BIC's social media channels. Source Bahrain News Agency
Daily Tribune
11-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Tribune
BIC and RAK Art Foundation Collaborate to Infuse Art into F1 Grand Prix Venue
The Rashid Al Khalifa Art Foundation has partnered with the Bahrain International Circuit (BIC) to transform the walls of the media center tunnel with vibrant graffiti art, unveiled as part of the Gulf Air Bahrain Grand Prix Formula 1 festivities. This artistic initiative is part of the Foundation's broader mission to support local artists by providing public-facing spaces that extend the presence of art beyond traditional galleries. By doing so, the Foundation aims to foster deeper engagement between the public and the arts in unexpected, high-traffic environments. The commissioned mural spans over 60 meters and was brought to life by two of Bahrain's leading graffiti artists — Mahmood Al Sharqawi (known as HUVIL) and Mustafa Al Halwachi. Their work blends Bahraini heritage with elements of contemporary pop culture, creating a dynamic and culturally resonant visual experience for F1 attendees and media personnel.
Daily Tribune
10-04-2025
- Business
- Daily Tribune
Safa collaborates with Bahrain International Circuit
Safa, a voluntary carbon offsetting platform that provides individuals and businesses with the tools to understand and manage their carbon footprint, and Bahrain International Circuit (BIC), the home of motorsport in the Middle East, have announced a new collaboration enabling ticketholders to proactively address climate concerns by offsetting the carbon emissions associated with their travel. The collaboration brings together two portfolio companies of Bahrain Mumtalakat Holding Company (Mumtalakat), the sovereign wealth fund of the Kingdom of Bahrain, in a venture that supports Bahrain's efforts to reduce 30% of its carbon emissions by 2035 and achieve net-zero emissions by 2060. Through this initiative, Formula 1 guests will have the opportunity to offset their travel-related emissions at the point of sale when purchasing tickets for the 2026 Bahrain Grand Prix later this year. This is particularly crucial, as travel usually constitutes the largest source of carbon emissions. The announcement aligns with the Kingdom's strategy to combat the impact of climate change. Moreover, the collaboration underscores Safa's mission to deliver sustainable solutions and BIC's broader environmental efforts, which are reflected through its FIA Three-Star Environmental Accreditation, renewable energy initiatives, and the circuit's long-standing sustainability program under the theme of 'Racing Towards a Greener Future.'
