KASLIK, LEBANON – The Automobile and Touring Club of Lebanon (ATCL) presented trophies and prizes to the 2022 men’s and women’s motorsport champions at its annual ceremony at the club’s Kaslik headquarters. Attendees included ATCL president lawyer Elie Assaf, secretary-general Camille Eddé, board members, the champions and members of the press and media.
After the national anthem, motorsport office director Gaby Kraiker welcomed guests and thanked everyone who contributed to the success of the season. Motorsport committee coordinator Imad Lahoud described the 2022 calendar as packed, thanked the club’s president and board for the great importance they give motorsport, said the 2023 calendar would be just as busy, and thanked the press for covering all forms of racing.
Pioneers honoured
In a notable gesture that drew praise and appreciation, the club honoured drivers and co-drivers from the first generation who achieved major results at home and abroad, to applause from the audience:
- Nabil Karam (“Billy”)
- Maurice Sehnaoui (“Bagheera”)
- Samir Ghanem
- Isaac Kassardjian
- Georges Doumit
- Jihad Tawil
- Joseph Abou Karam
- Serge Tchopourian
- Hanna Saftly
- Tony Arman
- Raymond Attieh
- Naji Estephan
- Jacques Salha
A young world champion
The club also honoured Christopher Feghali (13), world karting champion in the Mini Max category.
The dignitaries then presented the trophies to the champions, including 2022 Lebanese rally champions Tamer Ghandour and co-driver Salim Jleilaty.
Photos: MMS Racing.