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LUSAIL (Qatar): This weekend, the Qatar International Rally marks a significant milestone – its 50th anniversary. Since its debut in 1975, the rally has evolved into one of the most prominent motorsport events in Asia. As the second round of the 2024 FIA Middle East Rally Championship (MERC), this anniversary celebration underscores the rally’s profound impact on the region’s motorsport landscape. Considered one of the oldest rallies in the Middle East, alongside events in Lebanon and Cyprus, the Qatar International Rally has transformed from a modest local competition into a major regional fixture. Over the years, Qatar has become synonymous with high-level rally racing, featuring an impressive list of champions such as Nasser Saleh Al-Attiyah, who holds the record for the most victories, and Mohammed Ben Sulayem, the current FIA…