Qatar is gearing up for a powerful showing at the 2025 Saudi Arabia Rally, part of the prestigious FIA Middle East Rally Championship (MERC). With a lineup featuring seasoned champions and emerging talents, the Qatari teams are expected to be among the key contenders as they take on the demanding Saudi terrain.
Set against the backdrop of the kingdom’s vast deserts and technical gravel stages, the Saudi Arabia Rally 2025 promises intense competition. Six Qatari crews, representing various teams and car manufacturers, will compete in different rally categories, united by their passion for motorsport and the ambition to bring home top honors.
Nasser Al-Attiyah & Candido Carrera
Car: Škoda Fabia RS Rally2 – Team: Autotek
Leading the charge is none other than Nasser Al-Attiyah, the reigning world rally-raid champion and an icon of Middle Eastern motorsport. With 19 MERC titles under his belt, Al-Attiyah is returning to the championship with his experienced co-driver Candido Carrera from Spain. The duo will be piloting the Škoda Fabia RS Rally2, prepared by the renowned Autotek team. Known for their exceptional synergy and relentless pace, Al-Attiyah and Carrera will undoubtedly be the crew to watch as they aim to extend Al-Attiyah’s MERC legacy.
Abdulaziz Al-Kuwari & Lorcan Moore
Car: Citroën C3 Rally2 – Team: Sarrazin Motorsport
Abdulaziz Al-Kuwari will compete alongside Irish co-driver Lorcan Moore, representing Sarrazin Motorsport in a Citroën C3 Rally2. With solid rally experience and strong team support, this pairing is looking to make a major impression in the Rally2 class and fight for top results on Saudi soil.
Nasser Khalifa Al-Atya & Ziad Chehab
Car: Ford Fiesta Rally2 – Team: Motortune Racing
Qatar’s Nasser Khalifa Al-Atya, paired with Lebanese co-driver Ziad Chehab, will compete in a Ford Fiesta Rally2 under the Motortune Racing banner. Al-Atya, a prominent name in Qatari motorsport and a former FIA Vice President, brings both experience and leadership to the lineup. His focus will be on consistency and smart navigation across the rally’s toughest stages.
Rashid Al-Muhannadi & Szymon Gospodarczyk
Car: Peugeot 208 Rally4 – Team: QMMF
Representing the Qatar Motor and Motorcycle Federation (QMMF), Rashid Al-Muhannadi partners with Polish co-driver Szymon Gospodarczyk in the Peugeot 208 Rally4. Competing in the 2WD Rally4 category, this crew is part of Qatar’s next generation of rally talent. Al-Muhannadi’s pace and determination, combined with Gospodarczyk’s European rally experience, could make them a class-winning threat.
Mohammed Al-Marri & Geovanni Bernachini
Car: Peugeot 208 Rally4 – Team: QMMF
Another strong Rally4 entry from Team QMMF is Mohammed Al-Marri, alongside Italian co-driver Geovanni Bernachini. The Saudi Arabia Rally offers this team an opportunity to break into the spotlight. Look out for their performance in the highly competitive 2WD division.
Saad Al-Harqan & Pierre Delarme
Car: Peugeot 208 Rally4 – Team: QMMF
Completing the Qatari roster is Saad Al-Harqan, co-driven by France’s Pierre Delarme, also representing Team QMMF in a Peugeot 208 Rally4. Known for his aggressive driving style, Al-Harqan is expected to push hard in every stage, aiming for top results in the Rally4 classification.
Qatar’s Rally Ambition
This strong lineup reflects Qatar’s ongoing investment in motorsport and its ambition to remain a powerhouse in the Middle East Rally Championship. With veteran champions and rising stars in both Rally2 and Rally4 classes, Qatar’s teams are not just participating—they’re coming to compete for top honors.
The Saudi Arabia Rally 2025 promises drama, competition, and desert battles at their finest. With Qatar’s finest ready to roll, fans can expect a thrilling showdown in the sands.
