The June 29 return of the Falougha Hill Climb was more than just another race on the calendar—it marked the triumphant revival of one of Lebanon’s most iconic motorsport events. Nestled among the pine-covered slopes of Mount Lebanon, the village of Falougha roared back to life with the sound of high-revving engines and passionate fans.
Organized by the Automobile and Touring Club of Lebanon (ATCL) in cooperation with Falougha-Khalouat Municipality, the event hosted the first round of the 2025 Lebanese Hill Climb Championship.
🏆 Top Overall Results
- 🥇 1st Place Overall – Roger Feghali
- Car: Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution VI Prototype
- A masterclass performance by the 14-time rally champion.
- Feghali’s aggressive yet precise drive once again proved unbeatable.
- 🥈 2nd Place Overall – Alex Feghali
- Car: Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution VIII RS
- The rising star and son of Roger showed exceptional skill, narrowly missing the top spot.
- 🥉 3rd Place Overall – Jawad Slim
- Car: Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution VIII
- A consistent and powerful run, earning him a well-deserved podium.
🏁 Category Winners
🔹 PF4 Class
- 1st – Bassel Abou Hamdan
- Car: Škoda Fabia R5
- Commanded the class with a series of sharp, efficient climbs.
- 2nd – Rabih Ayoub
- A thrilling battle all day long with Bassel—Ayoub kept pressure on throughout.
🔹 XC Cross Car Category
- 1st – Edwin Khneisser
- Dominated the field in the ultra-lightweight cross car division with flawless form.
🔹 PR5 Class
- 1st – Joseph Hindy
- Impressed with both precision and power, claiming victory in his class.
🔹 PN4 Class
- 1st – Rodrigue Rahi
- Clean and technically brilliant runs earned him the top spot in this production-based category.
🔹 PF2 RWD (Rear-Wheel Drive)
- 1st – Michel Zgheib
- Car: BMW E36
- Thrilled spectators with aggressive RWD drifts, taming the twisty course with style and speed.
📍 Event Significance
- This marked the return of hill climb racing to Falougha after a multi-year
- The location provided a stunning backdrop with sweeping mountain views, historic stone homes, and enthusiastic crowds.
- The road layout, featuring tight switchbacks and narrow passages, challenged even the most experienced drivers.
🎤 Fan and Community Reaction
The event attracted large crowds of motorsport enthusiasts, families, and media crews. For many, the sound of engines echoing across the mountains was a sign of Lebanon’s motorsport spirit still burning strong.
Falougha residents welcomed the return of tourism and energy, with many describing the event as a symbol of revival and unity.
