Thu, 21 May 2026 10:52:02 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1189746/sports/motor-sports/al-attiyah-storms-to-18th-jordan-win-abdullah-second Qatar's Nasser Saleh al Attiyah won all the 12 stages in Jordan. Qatar's Nasser Saleh al Attiyah won all the 12 stages in Jordan. Sat, 16 May 2026 17:51:54 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1189693/sports/motor-sports/al-attiyah-dominates-special-stages-al-rawahi-second Qatar's Nasser Saleh al Attiyah dominated the six special stages. Qatar's Nasser Saleh al Attiyah dominated the six special stages. Fri, 15 May 2026 17:15:07 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1189652/sports/motor-sports/abdullah-fastest-on-mornings-shakedown-stage-in-jordan Hamza Bakhashab in shakedown action in Jordan. Hamza Bakhashab in shakedown action in Jordan. Thu, 14 May 2026 16:52:48 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1189595/sports/motor-sports/abdullah-zakariya-lead-oman-challenge-at-jordan-rally Oman's Abdullah al Rawahi on a charge at the Qatar International Rally in February. Oman's Abdullah al Rawahi on a charge at the Qatar International Rally in February. Wed, 13 May 2026 16:09:54 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1187777/sports/motor-sports/al-harthy-stars-in-oman-racings-promising-top-six-finish COMPETITIVE TOP SIX FINISH IN BRONZE CUP FOR AL HARTHY AT PAUL RICARD COMPETITIVE TOP SIX FINISH IN BRONZE CUP FOR AL HARTHY AT PAUL RICARD Sun, 12 Apr 2026 16:53:28 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1187776/sports/motor-sports/katsuta-claims-croatia-win-seizes-wrc-lead The win was the 2nd in a ⁠row for the Japanese driver after his ⁠career first in Kenya last month. The win was the 2nd in a ⁠row for the Japanese driver after his ⁠career first in Kenya last month. Sun, 12 Apr 2026 16:51:51 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1187563/sports/motor-sports/paul-ricard-6hr-first-challenge-for-al-harthy-on-gtwce-return Ahmad Paul Ricard Ahmad Paul Ricard Wed, 08 Apr 2026 17:36:30 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1187047/sports/motor-sports/king-kimi-max-misery-bearman-smash-japan-gp-talking-points Winner Mercedes' Italian driver Kimi Antonelli celebrates on the podium after the Formula One Japanese Grand Prix at the Suzuka circuit in Suzuka, Mie prefecture on March 29, 2026. (Photo by Philip FONG / AFP) Winner Mercedes' Italian driver Kimi Antonelli celebrates on the podium after the Formula One Japanese Grand Prix at the Suzuka circuit in Suzuka, Mie prefecture on March 29, 2026. (Photo by Philip FONG / AFP) Tue, 31 Mar 2026 16:12:02 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1186788/sports/motor-sports/mclarens-piastri-goes-fastest-in-friday-practice-at-japanese-gp McLaren's Oscar Piastri and Alpine's Pierre Gasly in action during the first practice session at the Japanese Grand Prix in Suzuka. — Reuters McLaren's Oscar Piastri and Alpine's Pierre Gasly in action during the first practice session at the Japanese Grand Prix in Suzuka. — Reuters Fri, 27 Mar 2026 16:48:31 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1186755/sports/motor-sports/antonelli-wants-more-of-the-same-after-maiden-win Mercedes' Andrea Kimi Antonelli plays with a remote control car as Haas' Esteban Ocon reacts ahead of the Japanese Grand Prix. — Reuters Mercedes' Andrea Kimi Antonelli plays with a remote control car as Haas' Esteban Ocon reacts ahead of the Japanese Grand Prix. — Reuters Thu, 26 Mar 2026 16:08:48 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1186313/sports/motor-sports/hamed-al-wahaibi-secures-two-podiums-in-gt-racing-debut Hamed al Wahaibi managed to reach the podium in every race he contested. Hamed al Wahaibi managed to reach the podium in every race he contested. Tue, 17 Mar 2026 17:19:04 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1186307/sports/motor-sports/antonelli-says-chinese-gp-triumph-starting-point-for-f1-success Winner Mercedes' Italian driver Kimi Antonelli celebrates on the podium after the Formula One Chinese Grand Prix at the Shanghai International Circuit in Shanghai on March 15, 2026. (Photo by JADE GAO / AFP) Winner Mercedes' Italian driver Kimi Antonelli celebrates on the podium after the Formula One Chinese Grand Prix at the Shanghai International Circuit in Shanghai on March 15, 2026. (Photo by JADE GAO / AFP) Tue, 17 Mar 2026 17:06:47 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1186168/sports/motor-sports/emotional-antonelli-wins-maiden-grand-prix-with-mercedes-in-china Winner Mercedes' Italian driver Kimi Antonelli celebrates on the podium. — AFP Winner Mercedes' Italian driver Kimi Antonelli celebrates on the podium. — AFP Sun, 15 Mar 2026 18:27:26 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1185970/sports/motor-sports/hamed-al-wahaibi-to-make-circuit-racing-debut-alongside-britains-jon-lancaster The opportunity arose while the Omani driver was in Barcelona to test a 'Challenger' class KTM vehicle for the Baja World Cup. The opportunity arose while the Omani driver was in Barcelona to test a 'Challenger' class KTM vehicle for the Baja World Cup. Wed, 11 Mar 2026 17:27:51 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1185077/sports/motor-sports/oaa-to-run-new-baja-as-fia-candidate-event-in-march Competitors can look forward to stunning desert terrain similar to southern Jordan at the inaugural Oman International Baja from March 26 to 28. Competitors can look forward to stunning desert terrain similar to southern Jordan at the inaugural Oman International Baja from March 26 to 28. Wed, 25 Feb 2026 18:13:14 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1185067/sports/motor-sports/double-class-champion-ahmad-makes-gtwce Ahmad al Harthy will make a return to the GT series with the Oman Racing by Century Motorsport entry. Ahmad al Harthy will make a return to the GT series with the Oman Racing by Century Motorsport entry. Wed, 25 Feb 2026 16:51:35 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1184471/sports/motor-sports/al-wahaibi-shines-at-jordan-international-baja Hamed al Wahibi's participation in the second round of the Cross Country World Cup. Hamed al Wahibi's participation in the second round of the Cross Country World Cup. Sun, 15 Feb 2026 16:53:48 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1184470/sports/motor-sports/evans-wins-rally-sweden-to-top-championship-standings British driver Elfyn Evans and co-driver Scott Martin compete in their Toyota GR Yaris during Rally Sweden. — AFP British driver Elfyn Evans and co-driver Scott Martin compete in their Toyota GR Yaris during Rally Sweden. — AFP Sun, 15 Feb 2026 16:48:01 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1184162/sports/motor-sports/kiely-emerges-oidc-2026-overall-champion Drifting action during Round 3 at the Muscat Drift Arena. Drifting action during Round 3 at the Muscat Drift Arena. Mon, 09 Feb 2026 17:26:24 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1183501/sports/motor-sports/red-bull-ferrari-defy-rain-as-f1-testing-continues Frenchman Isack Hadjar of Red Bull, who had set the fastest time on Monday, was involved in a minor off-track incident at the end of the day. Frenchman Isack Hadjar of Red Bull, who had set the fastest time on Monday, was involved in a minor off-track incident at the end of the day. Wed, 28 Jan 2026 19:03:37 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1183500/sports/motor-sports/daham-set-to-keep-momentum-as-top-drifters-eye-comeback As many as 62 drivers from over 20 countries will lock horns in the second round. As many as 62 drivers from over 20 countries will lock horns in the second round. Wed, 28 Jan 2026 19:00:38 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1183442/sports/motor-sports/oidc-builds-momentum-ahead-of-round-2-showdown Drivers progressed through the Top 32, Top 16 and Top 8 elimination stages before the final duels crowned a thrilling opening round. Drivers progressed through the Top 32, Top 16 and Top 8 elimination stages before the final duels crowned a thrilling opening round. Tue, 27 Jan 2026 17:42:43 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1183441/sports/motor-sports/in-form-al-attiyah-al-rawahi-top-entry-for-qatar-rally Oman's Abdullah Al-Rawahi is the second seed in Qatar next weekend. Oman's Abdullah Al-Rawahi is the second seed in Qatar next weekend. Tue, 27 Jan 2026 17:39:34 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1183305/sports/motor-sports/al-wahaibi-gears-up-for-2026-season-ahead-of-dakar-rally-2027 Hamad al Wahaibi crowned champion of the round. Hamad al Wahaibi crowned champion of the round. Sun, 25 Jan 2026 16:45:09 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1183218/sports/motor-sports/al-attiyah-claims-record-9th-victory-in-oman Nasser bin Saleh al Attiyah Nasser bin Saleh al Attiyah Sat, 24 Jan 2026 15:21:06 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1183169/sports/motor-sports/al-attiyah-carrera-overcome-punctures-to-keep-lead Nasser Saleh al Attiyah on a charge in Suhar on Friday. Nasser Saleh al Attiyah on a charge in Suhar on Friday. Fri, 23 Jan 2026 16:54:19 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1183167/sports/motor-sports/ferrari-unveil-2026-car-with-hamilton-ready-for-massive-challenge Lewis Hamilton of Great Britain steers the new Formula 1 Ferrari SF-26 during tests at Fiorano Circuit in Fiorano Modenese, on January 23, 2026. (Photo by Federico SCOPPA / AFP) Lewis Hamilton of Great Britain steers the new Formula 1 Ferrari SF-26 during tests at Fiorano Circuit in Fiorano Modenese, on January 23, 2026. (Photo by Federico SCOPPA / AFP) Fri, 23 Jan 2026 16:46:21 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1183151/sports/motor-sports/early-lead-for-rampant-al-attiyah-after-opening Jordan's Shaker Jweihan in action during the opening Suhar super special stage.. Jordan's Shaker Jweihan in action during the opening Suhar super special stage.. Thu, 22 Jan 2026 16:21:07 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1183017/sports/motor-sports/omani-rally-drivers-laud-oaa-support-for-oman-international-rally-2026 The OAA also offered financial support to Can-Am motorcycle competitors. The OAA also offered financial support to Can-Am motorcycle competitors. Tue, 20 Jan 2026 16:38:19 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1183016/sports/motor-sports/late-accident-ruins-al-zubairs-push-for-podium-finish-at-24h-dubai The team was classified in 47th position in the results. The team was classified in 47th position in the results. Tue, 20 Jan 2026 16:36:07 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1182971/sports/motor-sports/al-harthy-paradine-bmw-miss-class-win-podium-in-24h-dubai Mon, 19 Jan 2026 17:07:04 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1182895/sports/motor-sports/oman-rally-2026-begins-with-middle-east-champs Rally action from the competition. Rally action from the competition. Sun, 18 Jan 2026 17:48:23 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1182788/sports/motor-sports/verstappen-ready-as-red-bull-braces-for-f1-changes Four-time world champion Max Verstappen said he's keen to get to grips with the new car Red Bull unveiled on Thursday. Four-time world champion Max Verstappen said he's keen to get to grips with the new car Red Bull unveiled on Thursday. Fri, 16 Jan 2026 17:35:03 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1182786/sports/motor-sports/brabec-al-attiyah-on-course-for-victory-at-dakar-rally Fri, 16 Jan 2026 17:17:56 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1182705/sports/motor-sports/motorcycle-champion-sanders-vows-to-continue-dakar-despite-injury Australian rider Daniel Sanders competes with a Ktm 450 Rally Factory in Stage 10 of the 48th edition of the Dakar Rally 2026, between Bisha and Bisha, Saudi Arabia, on January 14, 2026. (Photo by Giuseppe CACACE / AFP) Australian rider Daniel Sanders competes with a Ktm 450 Rally Factory in Stage 10 of the 48th edition of the Dakar Rally 2026, between Bisha and Bisha, Saudi Arabia, on January 14, 2026. (Photo by Giuseppe CACACE / AFP) Wed, 14 Jan 2026 16:17:13 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1182677/sports/motor-sports/al-attiyah-carrera-top-entry-for-oman-international-rally Nasser Saleh al Attiyah tops the entry for the 2026 Oman International Rally. Nasser Saleh al Attiyah tops the entry for the 2026 Oman International Rally. Tue, 13 Jan 2026 17:17:54 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1182676/sports/motor-sports/thrilling-oidc-action-from-tomorrow The OAA has made all arrangements for the OIDC 2026. The OAA has made all arrangements for the OIDC 2026. Tue, 13 Jan 2026 17:15:43 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1182675/sports/motor-sports/al-zubairs-al-manar-racing-team-up-with-dragon-racing-in-24h-dubai In 2025, Oman’s Al Faisal al Zubair joined forces with Dan Harper, Max Hesse, Ben Tuck and Darren Leung to stun his rivals and claim overall victory in a BMW M4 GT3 Evo run by Team WRT under the Al Manar Racing by Team WRT banner. In 2025, Oman’s Al Faisal al Zubair joined forces with Dan Harper, Max Hesse, Ben Tuck and Darren Leung to stun his rivals and claim overall victory in a BMW M4 GT3 Evo run by Team WRT under the Al Manar Racing by Team WRT banner. Tue, 13 Jan 2026 17:13:32 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1182619/sports/motor-sports/class-winner-al-harthy-confirms-return-to-michelin-24h-dubai Ahmad Michelin Dubai Ahmad Michelin Dubai Mon, 12 Jan 2026 17:03:15 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1182448/sports/motor-sports/al-attiyah-wins-stage-six-for-dacia-retakes-dakar-lead Rallying - Dakar Rally - Stage 6 - Hail to Riyadh - Hail, Saudi Arabia - January 9, 2026 Dacia's Nasser Al-Attiyah and Fabian Lurquin in action during stage 6 REUTERS/Stephane Mahe Rallying - Dakar Rally - Stage 6 - Hail to Riyadh - Hail, Saudi Arabia - January 9, 2026 Dacia's Nasser Al-Attiyah and Fabian Lurquin in action during stage 6 REUTERS/Stephane Mahe Fri, 09 Jan 2026 17:39:30 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1181826/sports/motor-sports/sohar-motors-festival-kicks-off-friday Oman International Rally Oman International Rally Sun, 28 Dec 2025 17:42:28 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1181484/sports/motor-sports/salim-wins-rally-oman-baja-sprint This rally was organised by Oman Automobile Association, sponsored by the MoCSY and supported by Toyota. This rally was organised by Oman Automobile Association, sponsored by the MoCSY and supported by Toyota. Sun, 21 Dec 2025 17:45:03 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1181294/sports/motor-sports/final-round-of-oaa-sprint-rally-in-nakhal-tomorrow A group of local rally drivers will participate in this rally both in cars as well as on Can-Ams. A group of local rally drivers will participate in this rally both in cars as well as on Can-Ams. Wed, 17 Dec 2025 15:31:13 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1181162/sports/motor-sports/al-zubair-co-take-second-in-pulsating-race-in-abu-dhabi The trio completed 346 laps of the demanding 5.281 km Yas Marina circuit narrowly behind the triumphant Capital RT by Motopark Mercedes trio. The trio completed 346 laps of the demanding 5.281 km Yas Marina circuit narrowly behind the triumphant Capital RT by Motopark Mercedes trio. Mon, 15 Dec 2025 15:41:18 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1180791/sports/motor-sports/norris-takes-f1-title-as-verstappen-wins-abu-dhabi-race McLaren's Lando Norris celebrates on the podium with the trophy after becoming the 2025 Formula One World Champion. — Reuters McLaren's Lando Norris celebrates on the podium with the trophy after becoming the 2025 Formula One World Champion. — Reuters Sun, 07 Dec 2025 17:19:34 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1180684/sports/motor-sports/norris-quicker-than-verstappen-in-abu-dhabi-practice-piastri-lags McLaren's British driver Lando Norris drives during the second practice session ahead of the Abu Dhabi Formula One Grand Prix at the Yas Marina Circuit in Abu Dhabi on December 5, 2025. (Photo by Andrej ISAKOVIC / AFP) McLaren's British driver Lando Norris drives during the second practice session ahead of the Abu Dhabi Formula One Grand Prix at the Yas Marina Circuit in Abu Dhabi on December 5, 2025. (Photo by Andrej ISAKOVIC / AFP) Fri, 05 Dec 2025 17:00:10 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1180484/sports/motor-sports/verstappen-wins-in-qatar-boosts-chances-for-fifth-crown Red Bull's Max Verstappen celebrates with a trophy on the podium after winning the Qatar Grand Prix. — Reuters Red Bull's Max Verstappen celebrates with a trophy on the podium after winning the Qatar Grand Prix. — Reuters Mon, 01 Dec 2025 15:39:43 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1180375/sports/motor-sports/ogier-wins-record-equalling-ninth-world-rally-title French driver Sebastien Ogier and his French co-driver Vincent Landais compete in their Toyota GR Yaris during stage 5 of the FIA World Rally Championship (WRC) in Jeddah. — AFP French driver Sebastien Ogier and his French co-driver Vincent Landais compete in their Toyota GR Yaris during stage 5 of the FIA World Rally Championship (WRC) in Jeddah. — AFP Sat, 29 Nov 2025 18:08:51 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1180332/sports/motor-sports/piastri-fastest-in-sole-qatar-grand-prix-practice McLaren's Oscar Piastri during practice for Qatar Grand Prix at Lusail International Circuit. — Reuters McLaren's Oscar Piastri during practice for Qatar Grand Prix at Lusail International Circuit. — Reuters Fri, 28 Nov 2025 17:25:03 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1180187/sports/motor-sports/hamed-concludes-season-with-third-in-fia-world-baja-cup Oman's Hamed al Wahaibi in action in the FIA World Baja Cup. Oman's Hamed al Wahaibi in action in the FIA World Baja Cup. Mon, 24 Nov 2025 16:45:42 +0400