Dakar Rally

Born on 18 February 1972, Sheikh Khalid Al Qasimi from the UAE is a name that stands for determination, talent, and individuality in motorsport. A member of the ruling family of Sharjah and Ras Al Khaimah, he chose a unique path early in life by building a career in racing rather than following tradition. From Rally Champion to Dakar Contender Sheikh Khalid is a four time Middle East rally champion and has competed at the highest level of the World Rally Championship. As the founder and owner of the Abu Dhabi Racing team, he has always pushed boundaries. His move to cross country rallying was a natural next step, with the Dakar Rally becoming his ultimate challenge. Learning Through Challenge His Dakar debut in 2017 ended early, but it became…