Thrilling show at free-style drifting at OAA

MUSCAT: The first round of the Free-Style Drifting Championship concluded recently at the

Oman Automobile Association (OAA), with a large crowd filling the stands of the Muscat Drift Arena. The event witnessed intense and thrilling competition among more than 50 participants from both Oman and abroad, who delivered spectacular and professional performances in the art of free-style drifting — one of the most popular forms of motorsport in the region.

The opening round on October 31, attracted an exceptional audience from various segments of society, including families, children and women, creating a vibrant and enthusiastic atmosphere that highlighted the growing popularity of this motorsport in Oman and its ability to attract automotive enthusiasts from across the Sultanate of Oman.

In the Sedan category, Ayoub al Shreqi from Oman finished second.

The championship concluded with the crowning of the top five winners in two categories — Sedan (Rear-Wheel Drive) and 4x4.

In the Sedan category, Manea al Ajmi from Oman claimed first place, followed by Ayoub al Shraiqi from Oman in second, Qais al Qarini from Oman in third, Abdullah Quroa from the UAE in fourth and Mazen al Kharousi from Oman in fifth.

In the 4x4 category, Mohammed al Junaibi from the UAE secured first place, followed by Shihab Hamed from Oman in second, Hamad al Balushi from the UAE in third, Ahmed al Shamsi from the UAE in fourth and Yaarub al Hinai from Oman in fifth place.

The Free-Style Drifting Championship is considered one of the most exciting and distinctive motorsport events held in Oman. With its unique Gulf identity, it continues to attract top professionals and enthusiasts from across the region. This round reaffirms the Oman Automobile Association’s commitment to organising professional and safe motorsport events that strengthen Oman’s position as a leading destination for motorsport in the region.