The striking new Al-Bayt Stadium will host the ceremonial start and finish of the Qatar International Baja, a round of the FIM Bajas World Cup on September 30th-October 2nd.
The Qatar Motor and Motorcycle Federation (QMMF) confirmed that the venue at Al-Khor, 35km north of Doha, will showcase Qatar’s new-look Baja, which has already drawn more than 35 entries from six nations ahead of next Monday’s closing date (September 20th).
The stadium was built for the 2022 FIFA World Cup and will host the opening ceremony of the tournament on November 21st next year. It holds 60,000 spectators.
Its design is inspired by the traditional tents of the nomadic people of Qatar and the region. Delivered by Aspire Zone Foundation, it takes its name from bayt al sha’ar, the local name for those tents.
We are delighted to confirm the use of the Al-Bayt Stadium for our start and finish ceremonies. This is a stunning new facility that will showcase world football next year. We are privileged to be able to use the stadium for our new round of the FIM Bajas World Cup.
QMMF Executive Director Amro Al-Hamad
Competitors face three stages and 504.24 competitive kilometres in an 872.44km route.
Motorcycles up to 450cc (single or twin cylinder, 2T or 4T) are eligible for the FIM Bajas World Cup, along with quads and SSVs. Bikes over 450cc can compete but, under the 2021 FIM Bajas World Cup rules, will not score Cup points.