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Daily Tribune
17-04-2025
- Automotive
- Daily Tribune
BIC set to host triple-header of fan-favourite experiences
Bahrain International Circuit (BIC), 'The Home of Motorsport in the Middle East', is all set for another action-packed weekend only days after its successful hosting of a record-breaking Formula 1 Gulf Air Bahrain Grand Prix 2025. White F1's star drivers and teams were in the spotlight last week, tomorrow and Saturday, it's the public's turn to take centre stage in Sakhir. They will have the opportunity to enjoy an incredible triple-header of BIC's most popular experiences, including Batelco Fitness on Track and Open Track on Friday, and then Track Experiences on Saturday. These activities continue the circuit's stacked schedule of events being held throughout its exciting 2024/2025 season. In Batelco Fitness on Track, fans are invited to stay active and make the most of the weather warming up heading into the summer months. Members of the public will have the opportunity to enjoy an early weekend workout within the safe and unique venue of a world-class F1 host facility. Batelco Fitness on Track can be done either on foot or on a bicycle, and either individually or with a group of friends and family. Friday's activity is scheduled for 6am to 10am. Runners and walkers will be utilising the circuit's 2.55-kilometre Inner Track, while cyclists will get to ride their bikes along the 3.543-kilometre Outer Track, with another dedicated area for children's cycling. The cost to take part is BD2 for cyclists and BD1 for runners. Payment must be made upon booking. Children under the age of 12 can participate for free if accompanied by a paying adult. After an afternoon break, Open Track will then light up the track on Friday night, further building on the theme from last week's grand prix that 'The Desert Never Sleeps'. Open Track is set to take place from 6pm to 9pm under lights and it offers speed lovers a thrill like no other, taking their very own private vehicles for an unforgettable spin along BIC's 2.55-kilometre Inner Track. Those interested in taking part can book their slot in advance at a reduced rate. The discounted cost for the full night is BD99, while the half night is BD71.500, and a single session is BD33. If booking on the day itself, the cost is BD115.500 for the full night, BD82.500 for half the night, and BD44 for a single session. Instructor sessions are also available, while additional drivers and passengers can participate, all for an additional fee. In every Open Track activity, driver etiquette is of ultimate importance, and there is no close or aggressive overtaking permitted. Overtaking is by invitation between corners and driving is monitored, with poor or dangerous driving being dealt with swiftly. Following Friday night's Open Track, Track Experiences will then bring the heat on Saturday from 8am to 3pm. In this event, fans will have the chance to go on a unique adventure in three ultra-quick cars, including a Renault Clio Cup sports car, or in SR1 or SR3 Radical cars. Participants can get an awesome introduction into the high-octane world of motorsports in the Clio Cup Driver Experience, buckled up in a Renault Clio Cup – boasting a 1.6-litre, Turbocharged engine – and taking it out onto the track behind a professional instructor in a lead-follow manner. The Radical SR1 Driving Experience is ideal for amateurs and racers alike with its 185bhp engine. In the Radical SR3 Passenger Experience, fans will be taken from zero to 100kph in about 3.4 seconds, making for an amazing number of laps around BIC. The cost to get behind the wheel for the Clio Cup Driver Experience is BD121. For the Radical SR1 Driver Experience, the cost is BD132, while the Radical SR3 Passenger Experience is BD38.500.
Daily Tribune
14-04-2025
- Automotive
- Daily Tribune
Bahrain Kuwait Insurance Co., Takaful International Co. host Insurance brokers and intermediaries
Bahrain Kuwait Insurance Company (GIG Bahrain) and Takaful International Company (GIG Bahrain Takaful) hosted insurance brokers and intermediaries at their corporate lounges during the Formula 1 Gulf Air Bahrain Grand Prix 2025 at the Bahrain International Circuit (BIC). The exclusive lounge experience brought together partners and senior executives for a weekend of excitement and premium hospitality, as both companies proudly hosted their guests for the third year in a row. The vibrant atmosphere of the Formula 1 weekend provided the perfect setting to network, celebrate achievements, and exchange ideas. Dr. Abdulla Sultan, Chief Executive Officer of Bahrain Kuwait Insurance Co., highlighted the significance of the gathering, stating 'This gathering reflects our commitment to strengthening relationships with our valued partners in the brokerage community. The Formula 1 event serves as an ideal platform to celebrate our shared success and future ambitions.' Mr. Essam Al Ansari, Chief Executive Officer of Takaful International Co. , added: 'We are honored to host our insurance brokers and agents at one of the region's most prestigious sporting events. This engagement underscores our ongoing dedication to fostering collaboration and deepening the trust we share with our key partners. Our brokers and agents are not just intermediaries; they are essential contributors to our business strategy and long-term success.' The guests also expressed their great appreciation for this unique opportunity, only offered by the companies which is something not unusual for such a regional powerhouse.
Biz Bahrain
14-04-2025
- Automotive
- Biz Bahrain
Dunne dominates Formula 2, Câmara leads Formula 3 and De Haan captures Porsche round
Robert De Haan captured double pole today for this weekend's races in the Porsche Carrera Cup Middle East, being held in support of the Formula 1 Gulf Air Bahrain Grand Prix 2025 at Bahrain International Circuit. De Haan continued his fine form this weekend and clocked a fastest lap of 2:03.990 during qualifying to take the leading grid spot for the first race later tonight. His second-best lap of 2:04.106 then earned him pole for race two. Janne Stiak will start alongside him on row one for the first race after setting a qualifying time of 2:04.364 today. De Haan is also the leading starter in the Pro class for both races. In the FIA Formula 2 Feature Race, Rodin Motorsport driver Alexander Dunne secured an impressive maiden victory. Starting from fourth on the grid, Dunne passed Leonardo Fornaroli on lap seven to take the lead and retained control for the remainder of the 32-lap contest. Luke Browning, racing for Hitech TGR, climbed the field on an alternate tyre strategy to finish second, while Fornaroli completed the podium in third for Invicta Racing. Josep María Martí made strong progress from 11th to finish fourth, followed by Victor Martins, Richard Verschoor, and Dino Beganovic. Arvid Lindblad surged from 16th to eighth, with Gabriele Minì and Joshua Duerksen rounding out the points in ninth and tenth, respectively. In the FIA Formula 3 Feature Race, Rafael Camara made it two wins from two, converting pole position into a dominant victory in the Sakhir Feature Race, ahead of Callum Voisin and Tim Tramnitz. Polesitter Camara had a slow start, allowing Voisin to get ahead into Turn 1, but on Lap 5, he re-took the position from his Rodin Motorsport rival. From there, the Scuderia Ferrari Academy driver pulled away, winning the race by over six seconds, while Voisin settled for second. Tramnitz charged through from P13 on the grid to finish third for MP Motorsport, a late move on ART Grand Prix driver Tuukka Taponen giving him his first podium of the year. Taponen was able to hold off the other Red Bull Academy junior in the field, Nikola Tsolov, across the line to claim P4, while the Campos Racing driver took fifth. Noah Stromsted continued his strong start to the season for Trident, the Mercedes junior finishing sixth ahead of MP's Alessandro Giusti, in his Williams-liveried car. Mari Boya came through from 20th on the grid to finish eighth for Campos, ahead of the third MP car driven by Bruno del Pino, while Christian Ho rounded out the top 10 for DAMS Lucas Oil. In the Porsche Carrera Cup Middle East, Robert De Haan converted his double pole into double victories. He finished 5.7 seconds ahead of Janne Stiak in race two, with Angus Whiteside completing the podium in third. Khalid Al Ahmadi claimed victory in the Pro-Am category, while Banksy topped the Masters class. BNA(R)
Biz Bahrain
13-04-2025
- Automotive
- Biz Bahrain
Martí wins Sakhir Sprint victory
Spanish driver Josep María Martí won the Formula 2 sprint race, held as part of the support events for the Formula 1 Gulf Air Bahrain Grand Prix 2025, at Bahrain International Circuit (BIC), 'the Home of Motorsport in the Middle East'. Martí took first place after an exciting 23-lap race, finishing in 46 minutes and 24.663 seconds, 0.922 seconds ahead of Dutch driver Richard Verschoor of MP Motorsport. Paraguayan driver Joshua Duerksen of AIX Racing came third, 1.537 seconds behind the winner. Formula 2 action continues on Sunday with the Feature Race, consisting of 32 laps, scheduled to start at 2:25 p.m. at BIC. BNA(R)
Daily Tribune
13-04-2025
- Automotive
- Daily Tribune
Sir Jackie Stewart to drive tribute lap on Bahrain race day, supporting his Race Against Dementia charity
Email : Sir Jackie Stewart, legendary Formula 1 icon and three-time World Champion, took to the Bahrain International Circuit during the Formula 1 Gulf Air Bahrain Grand Prix 2025 for a heartfelt tribute lap in support of Race Against Dementia — the charity he founded in 2016. His emotional return to the track coincided with two major milestones: the 75th anniversary of Formula 1 and the 60th anniversary of his debut in the sport. At exactly 3:40 p.m., Sir Jackie drove his iconic 1973 Tyrrell — the car that carried him to his third world title — donning a special helmet signed by all 17 living World Champions. The tribute followed the British Embassy in Bahrain's 'One Lap Challenge' — a charity event that saw more than 1,500 participants complete a symbolic lap of the circuit, raising over $50,000 for Race Against Dementia. A donation cheque was officially presented just before Sir Jackie's lap, in the presence of British Ambassador to Bahrain, His Excellency Alastair Long, and Shaikh Salman bin Isa Al Khalifa, Chief Executive of the Bahrain International Circuit. Race Against Dementia works to fast-track scientific breakthroughs in dementia research through Formula 1-style high-performance programmes, supporting innovative researchers in the field. Mark Stewart, Chair of the foundation, shared his pride in the initiative, stating, 'This race is not just for the past, but for the future,' urging ongoing support to help find a cure for the disease. Formula 1 President and CEO Stefano Domenicali praised the tribute, calling it 'a symbolic moment celebrating our sport's history and supporting a noble humanitarian cause.' FIA President Mohammed Ben Sulayem also offered his full support, describing Sir Jackie's mission as 'inspirational' and showcasing the power of motorsport to create a positive impact beyond racing.
