The FIA World Rallycross Abu Dhabi comes to the Yas Marina Circuit for the first time in April 2019.
Rallycross racing is a form of ‘sprint’ automobile racing done on a mixed surface racing circuit. The sport was popularised by countries like the UK, France and Belgium, but it is slowly spreading across the world. From being an informal race when it was first held several decades ago in Belgium, the sport has now been ratified by the FIA and is an annual event held across different countries.
More about the FIA Rallycross
The FIA Rallycross is currently held over two days in the host country, with 12 events in all. The cars are driven on closed circuits made out of gravel and asphalt.
· There are 4 qualifying events with 3 to 5 cars racing each other. The cars with the fastest race times in 4 laps move on to the semi-finals.
· There are 2 semi-final races comprising 6 cars in each. There are 6 laps to race for, with the top 3 drivers chosen for the final.
· The final is raced with 6 cars over 6 laps.
Why it’s special for Abu Dhabi in 2019
Abu Dhabi’s fabled Yas Marina Circuit is host to the last race of the F1® calendar every season in November. But that’s not the only reason why the Yas Marina Circuit is so popular not just in the region, but all over the world. The venue is host to myriad motorcar and bike racing events all over the year, uniting amateurs and professionals in equal measure.
Adding another exciting event to the roster, the Yas Marina Circuit will host the World Rallycross Abu Dhabi in April 2019. April 5 and 6 will see the inaugural World Rallycross hit the GCC region and particularly at the Yas Marina Circuit.
· The World Rallycross Abu Dhabi will be held at the North Grandstand. It is bound to be two days of adrenaline-pumping, high octane motor racing action that will set your pulses soaring.
· The cars typically go from 0 to 60 kmph in less than two seconds, and the North Grandstand’s tight turns and sudden bends will only add to the challenge.
· While you enjoy the actual two days of World Rallycross Abu Dhabi racing, there’s plenty to do with family and friends as well. The venue will feature a popular musical entertainment act on Friday, and there will be live music, food trucks, and driver meet and greets all weekend.
· You can buy tickets at the venue or at the Yas Marina Circuit website. We recommend getting your tickets ASAP, because demand is really high. You can also supercharge your ticket by getting an X Parks Pass that allows 3-day unlimited access to any one of the theme parks located on site.
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