The motor racing drome, Lusail International Circuit has announced Visit Qatar, the country’s tourism authority, as the official tourism partner for the 2024 season.
This exciting partnership between the two parties involved promises a thrilling year of motorsports events in Qatar. It aims to attract tourists and showcase the country’s diverse event offerings.
Eng. Abdulaziz Ali Al-Mawlawi, Chief Marketing and Promotions Officer at Qatar Tourism, said, “Visit Qatar has signed a sponsorship agreement with Lusail International Circuit for two of the major events held at their esteemed establishment in 2024. As part of our tourism strategy, we have been focusing our efforts in diversifying our offerings to provide an eclectic variety of events to accommodate all discernments. Collaborations such as these strengthen the tourism sector allowing organisations to provide their best offerings, in turn positively impacting the country’s economy.
“Organsing and hosting internationally renowned events such as the MotoGP Grand Prix of Qatar 2024 and Formula 1 Qatar Airways Qatar Grand Prix 2024 is a testament to Qatar’s capability and world class infrastructure qualified to host large-scale events.
Amro Al-Hamad, Executive Director of Qatar Motor and Motorcycle Federation (QMMF) and CEO of Lusail International Circuit (LIC), said, “Partnering with Visit Qatar strengthens our commitment to achieving a shared vision of bringing people together to celebrate sports. We are excited for this year’s events that promise even a stronger attendance by motorsports fans. LIC is becoming an international and regional hub for motorsports, positioning Qatar to be a global destination for world-class motorsports events.”
Qatar Tourism, the national tourism board, is leveraging the rise of motorsports events to boost tourism. The partnership with the Lusail International Circuit for events like the upcoming MotoGP and Formula 1 Grand Prix puts Qatar on the map for motorsports enthusiasts.
The MotoGP Qatar Airways Grand Prix is the inaugural race of the 2024 season and is scheduled for March 10 at 10:30 PM IST. The Formula 1 Qatar Airways Grand Prix 2024 is scheduled for December 1.