Sat, 24 Oct 2026 03:59:04 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1198004/sports/motor-sports/al-harthi-ends-gtwce-season-with-portimo-podium Al Harthi maintained his composure and duly took fifth from the Aston. Al Harthi maintained his composure and duly took fifth from the Aston. Sun, 18 Oct 2026 15:53:46 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1197771/sports/motor-sports/ahmad-targeting-big-push-on-portimao-gtwce-return Al Harthi Portimao Al Harthi Portimao Tue, 13 Oct 2026 16:38:25 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1197618/sports/motor-sports/bezzecchi-pips-fernandez-to-win-indonesian-gp Aprilia Racing's Marco Bezzecchi and Trackhouse MotoGP Team's Raul Fernandez in action during the MotoGP race. — Reuters Aprilia Racing's Marco Bezzecchi and Trackhouse MotoGP Team's Raul Fernandez in action during the MotoGP race. — Reuters Sun, 11 Oct 2026 15:37:36 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1197501/sports/motor-sports/verstappen-continues-resurgence-with-pole-for-singapore-sprint Red Bull's Max Verstappen in action during practice for Singapore Grand Prix at Marina Bay Street Circuit, Singapore. — Reuters Red Bull's Max Verstappen in action during practice for Singapore Grand Prix at Marina Bay Street Circuit, Singapore. — Reuters Fri, 09 Oct 2026 17:54:27 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1197137/sports/motor-sports/leclerc-fastest-in-sepang-after-verstappen-sets-early-pace Ferrari's Monegasque driver Charles Leclerc drives during the second practice session ahead of the Formula One Bahrain Grand Prix in Sepang on October 2, 2026. (Photo by Lillian SUWANRUMPHA / AFP) Ferrari's Monegasque driver Charles Leclerc drives during the second practice session ahead of the Formula One Bahrain Grand Prix in Sepang on October 2, 2026. (Photo by Lillian SUWANRUMPHA / AFP) Fri, 02 Oct 2026 17:13:10 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1197001/sports/motor-sports/al-touqi-bags-opening-round-honours-of-oman-rally-championship Salim al Touqi and co-driver Issa bin Mohammed al Wardi of Al Touqi team completed the rally in 50 minutes 42.1 seconds to claim first place. Salim al Touqi and co-driver Issa bin Mohammed al Wardi of Al Touqi team completed the rally in 50 minutes 42.1 seconds to claim first place. Tue, 29 Sep 2026 17:07:12 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1197000/sports/motor-sports/hill-climb-challenge-returns-as-part-of-bidiyah-sands-carnival-2026 The Hill Climb Challenge will be held in Bidiyah from November 24 to 27. The Hill Climb Challenge will be held in Bidiyah from November 24 to 27. Tue, 29 Sep 2026 17:03:37 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1196814/sports/motor-sports/russell-fends-off-verstappen-to-win-in-baku-antonelli-fifth Mercedes' George Russell celebrates with the trophy after winning the race at the Azerbaijan Grand Prix - Baku City Circuit, Baku, Azerbaijan. — Reuters Mercedes' George Russell celebrates with the trophy after winning the race at the Azerbaijan Grand Prix - Baku City Circuit, Baku, Azerbaijan. — Reuters Sat, 26 Sep 2026 17:27:37 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1196723/sports/motor-sports/al-zubair-teams-up-with-marschall-for-gt-open-finale-in-monza Oman’s Al Faisal al Zubair will share the Al Manar by Dragon Racing Ferrari 296 GT3 EVO with Germany’s Dennis Marschall for the final round of the 2026 International GT Open. Oman’s Al Faisal al Zubair will share the Al Manar by Dragon Racing Ferrari 296 GT3 EVO with Germany’s Dennis Marschall for the final round of the 2026 International GT Open. Thu, 24 Sep 2026 18:12:17 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1196708/sports/motor-sports/oaa-to-kick-start-season-with-oman-rally-round-1 Eight local drivers have registered for the three-round championship with rally cars and Can-Ams in action. Eight local drivers have registered for the three-round championship with rally cars and Can-Ams in action. Wed, 23 Sep 2026 18:07:36 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1196522/sports/motor-sports/acosta-beats-martin-for-maiden-motogp-win-in-austria Spanish driver Pedro Acosta celebrates on the podium after the MotoGP Grand Prix of Austria. — AFP Spanish driver Pedro Acosta celebrates on the podium after the MotoGP Grand Prix of Austria. — AFP Sun, 20 Sep 2026 16:00:02 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1196460/sports/motor-sports/al-rawahi-clinches-fifth-round-honours-of-jordan-national-rally Abdullah al Rawahi and co-driver Atta al Hamoud led all six stages of the rally by a comfortable margin thanks to their fault-less performance. Abdullah al Rawahi and co-driver Atta al Hamoud led all six stages of the rally by a comfortable margin thanks to their fault-less performance. Sat, 19 Sep 2026 17:04:23 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1196336/sports/motor-sports/zakariya-takes-merc-2-lead-after-rc2-second-in-rally-of-lebanon Omani rally driver Zakariya al Amri and co-driver Mohammed al Mazroui, driving a Subaru Impreza (N14) earned more points to solidify his lead in the section. Omani rally driver Zakariya al Amri and co-driver Mohammed al Mazroui, driving a Subaru Impreza (N14) earned more points to solidify his lead in the section. Wed, 16 Sep 2026 17:01:59 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1196329/sports/motor-sports/al-rawahi-in-high-spirits-for-jordan-national-rally Abdullah al Rawahi with this Jordanian co-driver Atta al Hamoud in Škoda Fabia R5 had claimed the top podium last time in Jordan. Abdullah al Rawahi with this Jordanian co-driver Atta al Hamoud in Škoda Fabia R5 had claimed the top podium last time in Jordan. Wed, 16 Sep 2026 16:38:15 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1195988/sports/motor-sports/oman-international-baja-to-headline-bidiyah-sands-carnival-2026 The carnival will be a comprehensive national event bringing together motorsport, sports, entertainment and cultural activities. The carnival will be a comprehensive national event bringing together motorsport, sports, entertainment and cultural activities. Fri, 11 Sep 2026 18:00:08 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1195985/sports/motor-sports/antonelli-leads-spanish-gp-practice-as-madring-makes-its-f1-debut Mercedes' Italian driver Kimi Antonelli drives during the second practice session at the Madring circuit on September 11, 2026 in Madrid ahead of the Spanish Formula One Grand Prix. (Photo by Thomas COEX / AFP) Mercedes' Italian driver Kimi Antonelli drives during the second practice session at the Madring circuit on September 11, 2026 in Madrid ahead of the Spanish Formula One Grand Prix. (Photo by Thomas COEX / AFP) Fri, 11 Sep 2026 17:48:36 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1195611/sports/motor-sports/russell-hits-back-for-mercedes-in-monza-practice Mercedes' George Russell during practice at Monza, ahead of Italian Grand Prix. — Reuters Mercedes' George Russell during practice at Monza, ahead of Italian Grand Prix. — Reuters Fri, 04 Sep 2026 17:15:28 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1195581/sports/motor-sports/hamilton-starts-his-monza-weekend-with-style-and-statement Lewis Hamilton Lewis Hamilton Thu, 03 Sep 2026 16:45:21 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1195404/sports/motor-sports/oman-racing-by-century-takes-bronze-top-five-at-nurburgring Oman Racing’s trio climb into top 10 of class championship standings Oman Racing’s trio climb into top 10 of class championship standings Mon, 31 Aug 2026 16:46:16 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1195343/sports/motor-sports/in-form-marc-marquez-wins-aragon-motogp-grand-prix Team Ducati Lenovo Team's Marc Marquez celebrates on the podium after winning the MotoGP race of the Aragon MotoGP Grand Prix at the Motorland circuit in Alcaniz. — AFP Team Ducati Lenovo Team's Marc Marquez celebrates on the podium after winning the MotoGP race of the Aragon MotoGP Grand Prix at the Motorland circuit in Alcaniz. — AFP Sun, 30 Aug 2026 17:11:23 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1195279/sports/motor-sports/smooth-marc-marquez-wins-aragon-motogp-sprint-bezzecchi-on-pole Team Red Bull KTM Factory Racing's Pedro Acosta crashes during the qualifying session of the MotoGP Aragon Grand Prix at the Motorland circuit in Alcaniz, northeastern Spain. — AFP Team Red Bull KTM Factory Racing's Pedro Acosta crashes during the qualifying session of the MotoGP Aragon Grand Prix at the Motorland circuit in Alcaniz, northeastern Spain. — AFP Sat, 29 Aug 2026 17:51:43 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1195095/sports/motor-sports/nurburgring-return-for-ahmad-at-gtwce-penultimate-race Ahmad Nurburgring Ahmad Nurburgring Tue, 25 Aug 2026 16:40:14 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1194848/sports/motor-sports/russell-roars-to-dutch-gp-sprint-pole-antonelli-fifth Mercedes' George Russell celebrates after winning pole position for the sprint race. — Reuters Mercedes' George Russell celebrates after winning pole position for the sprint race. — Reuters Fri, 21 Aug 2026 16:58:10 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1194819/sports/motor-sports/over-225-women-set-for-karting-showdown-in-muscat The championship forms part of Active Oman Challenge 2, which is being held from August 8 to 22 at Active Oman. The championship forms part of Active Oman Challenge 2, which is being held from August 8 to 22 at Active Oman. Thu, 20 Aug 2026 17:09:27 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1194818/sports/motor-sports/verstappen-commits-to-red-bull-until-end-of-2030 Red Bull Racing's Dutch driver Max Verstappen smiles during a press conference ahead of the Formula One Dutch Grand Prix at The Circuit Zandvoort, western Netherlands. — AFP Red Bull Racing's Dutch driver Max Verstappen smiles during a press conference ahead of the Formula One Dutch Grand Prix at The Circuit Zandvoort, western Netherlands. — AFP Thu, 20 Aug 2026 17:02:15 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1193393/sports/motor-sports/antonelli-brushes-off-fathers-remark-after-spa-win Mercedes' Andrea Kimi Antonelli celebrates. — Reuters Mercedes' Andrea Kimi Antonelli celebrates. — Reuters Fri, 24 Jul 2026 17:13:28 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1193175/sports/motor-sports/al-faisal-tuck-finish-second-and-fifth-at-paul-ricard Mon, 20 Jul 2026 14:52:57 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1190910/sports/motor-sports/al-zubair-returns-with-strong-misano-results Al Faisal secures top-10 finish on GT Open return Al Faisal secures top-10 finish on GT Open return Mon, 08 Jun 2026 16:12:17 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1190843/sports/motor-sports/marquez-hits-100-career-wins-with-hungarian-gp-triumph Ducati Lenovo Team's Marc Marquez in action during the MotoGP race Ducati Lenovo Team's Marc Marquez in action during the MotoGP race Sun, 07 Jun 2026 17:08:28 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1190652/sports/motor-sports/al-faisal-unveils-ferrari-296-gt3-ahead-of-2026-gt-season Al Faisal al Zubair poses alongside his Ferrari 296 GT3 during the launch of his 2026 international racing programme in Muscat on Tuesday. – Faisal al Balushi Al Faisal al Zubair poses alongside his Ferrari 296 GT3 during the launch of his 2026 international racing programme in Muscat on Tuesday. – Faisal al Balushi Wed, 03 Jun 2026 16:31:06 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1190509/sports/motor-sports/al-harthy-williams-and-sagrera-shine-at-monza Mon, 01 Jun 2026 14:37:13 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1190214/sports/motor-sports/antonelli-wins-canadian-gp-to-extend-championship-lead Mercedes' Italian driver Kimi Antonelli kisses the trophy while celebrating on the podium his victory in the 2026 Formula 1 Grand Prix du Canada at Circuit Gilles. — AFP Mercedes' Italian driver Kimi Antonelli kisses the trophy while celebrating on the podium his victory in the 2026 Formula 1 Grand Prix du Canada at Circuit Gilles. — AFP Mon, 25 May 2026 16:00:07 +0400 https://www.omanobserver.om/article/1190108/sports/motor-sports/ahmad-back-to-history-making-monza-for-gtwce Sat, 23 May 2026 18:15:24 +0400 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