Lusail International Circuit Archives

Kean Nakamura-Berta dominates disrupted 2026 FRME finale at Lusail, claiming double pole in Qualifying as title rival Al Dhaheri falters.

FRME | 2026 | Round 4 | Lusail | Qualifying | A disrupted start sets up a title showdown

Karishma Persad1 month ago1 month ago04 mins

The 2026 FRME Trophy finale at the Lusail International Circuit began in unusual circumstances after technical issues with the new Tatuus T-326 forced organisers to halt Thursday’s running and revise the Round 4 schedule. Despite the disruption, the championship battle between Kean Nakamura-Berta and Rashid Al Dhaheri intensified across two dramatic qualifying sessions. Ultimately, Nakamura-Berta…

Qatar joins Creventic’s Michelin 24H Series for the 2026/2027 season, with Lusail Circuit hosting the opening Michelin 8H Qatar event.

8H Qatar joins Michelin 24H Series Middle East Trophy for 2026/2027 season

Karishma Persad1 month ago3 days ago04 mins

Creventic has confirmed an exciting addition, the 8H Qatar, to the Michelin 24H Series Middle East Trophy for the 2026/2027 season. Qatar’s Lusail International Circuit, renowned for hosting prestigious motorsport events including Formula 1, will now be the venue for the opening round of this celebrated endurance racing championship. This announcement marks a significant expansion…

Racing Bulls rookie Isack Hadjar criticises the quality of racing Lusail produced after picking up a race-ending puncture and losing 8 points at the F1 Qatar GP

Isack Hadjar says Lusail produced “poor racing” after getting a puncture and retiring from F1 Qatar GP

Senjuti Jash4 months ago4 months ago05 mins

Racing Bulls rookie Isack Hadjar has opened up about his late puncture, the loss of points, Pirelli’s tyre limit, and the impact of the early Safety Car on strategy following his retirement from the F1 Qatar GP on Sunday. After setting the sixth-fastest time in qualifying with a superb lap, Hadjar started Sunday’s race under…

Sauber's Gabriel Bortoleto reflects on his strategy and Pirelli's 25-lap tyre limit following his thirteenth-place finish at the F1 Qatar GP

Gabriel Bortoleto discusses strategy and Pirelli’s tyre mandate after “boring” F1 Qatar GP

Senjuti Jash4 months ago4 months ago06 mins

Sauber’s Gabriel Bortoleto has opened up about his strategy, the grid penalty’s impact on his race, Pirelli’s 25-lap tyre limit, and his near-collision with Lance Stroll following his thirteenth-place finish at the F1 Qatar GP on Sunday. After making it through to Q2 at the Lusail International Circuit, Bortoleto clipped the gravel on his final…

Toto Wolff fumes as Red Bull issue apology after Gianpiero Lambiase and Helmut Marko implied that Kimi Antonelli had deliberately let Lando Norris past on Lap 56 of the F1 Qatar GP

Toto Wolff blasts Red Bull as they offer apology for Antonelli facing online abuse after F1 Qatar GP

Senjuti Jash4 months ago4 months ago06 mins

After Toto Wolff labelled Red Bull advisor Helmut Marko’s insinuation that Kimi Antonelli let Lando Norris through on purpose in the closing stages of the F1 Qatar GP as “utter nonsense”, the Milton Keynes outfit has issued an apology for the vitriol the Mercedes driver is receiving online. It appeared that Norris was going to…

Sainz delivered a masterclass in performance at the F1 Qatar GP, claiming his second podium of the season in third place.

Sainz reflects on “proudest day in Williams” after taking P3 in F1 Qatar GP

Chiara Martin4 months ago4 months ago06 mins

In a stunning turnaround that showcases the power of preparation and teamwork, Carlos Sainz delivered a masterclass in performance at the F1 Qatar GP, claiming his second podium of the season in third place, for Williams Racing. What makes this achievement particularly noteworthy is not merely the result itself, but the journey that led him…

“I could have held him”: Antonelli on Norris battle before Turn 10 error at F1 Qatar GP

Antonina Jaromin4 months ago4 months ago05 mins

Kimi Antonelli finished the F1 Qatar GP in P5 after losing what could have been P4, or even a podium, due to a mistake on Turn 10 of the penultimate lap that let Lando Norris through. Pit stop and Turn 10 frustrations The Mercedes rookie started the race in P5 and gained a position on…

Verschoor claimed a commanding victory at the 2025 F2 Qatar GP Sprint Race, navigating two safety car restarts.

Verschoor on his F2 Qatar GP Sprint Race triumph – “I kept my head cool”

Chiara Martin4 months ago4 months ago06 mins

Richard Verschoor claimed a commanding victory at the 2025 F2 Qatar GP Sprint Race, navigating two safety car restarts with impressive composure to secure his eighth win in the series, equalling the record held by 2022 champion Felipe Drugovich. The MP Motorsport driver’s triumph proved crucial in his championship campaign, moving him to third position…

After qualifying P7, Carlos Sainz is keeping an eye out for Hadjar as he aims to win the midfield ahead of the F1 Qatar GP.

“Whoever gets to turn one ahead might get the race midfield win”: Sainz aiming for strong Sunday performance at 2025 F1 Qatar GP

Viveka Sainani4 months ago4 months ago03 mins

Carlos Sainz was among the first drivers to take to the track on Saturday for the 2025 F1 Qatar GP Qualifying session and fought his way into Q3 to obtain a P7 starting position fo Sunday’s race. This was just another highlight of the Spaniard’s season. Although his teammate has scored more points this season,…

Piastri after taking pole during the 2025 F1 Qatar GP Qualifying.

F1 | Qualifying | Qatar GP | Piastri returns to pole as Norris makes costly error in Q3

Ana-Maria Andronic4 months ago4 months ago06 mins

With the mandatory 25-lap tyre limit, the F1 Qatar GP Qualifying puts pressure on drivers to find the pace amid the championship battles. Nevertheless, Piastri did not let anything affect his momentum in his surge to P1, holding Norris off in the final moments of Q3. After Oscar Piastri’s return to the top of the…