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3/13/24, 10:49 AM Young UAE Motorsport Drivers reaping the Rewards of being Nurtured at “Dubai Autodrome”
extremely for my successes in F4. David Bright, “Dubai Kartdrome” manager, and the “Dubai
Kartdrome” have become a second family to me and I always enjoy spending time at the track.”
With the likes of Al Azhari and Al Dhaheri starting their motorsport careers at ”Dubai Kartdrome”, it
reaffirms the venue’s on-going efforts of nurturing local talent and developing them to become the
best drivers on the track.
“Dubai Kartdrome” regularly works with aspiring drivers through its DAKA programme, an after-
school karting programme, which combines STEM-learning, driving and practical sessions. “Dubai
Autodrome” stages top regional competitions that enable the drivers to put their skills into practice.

Faisal Al Sahlawi, the General Manager of “Dubai Autodrome”, said: “At “Dubai Autodrome”, a
subsidiary of Union Properties, producing future talent has always been a key focus. It is a joy to see
so many young drivers benefit from their time with us, and now behind the wheel in some of the top
regional and international competitions.
“Providing platforms, whether they are programmes or racing competitions, are crucial for not only
their development, but also for the growth of motorsport in the UAE and region. Karting has been the
starting point for many of the global elite drivers today and there’s no reason why these aspiring
drivers cannot progress to the top as they have the hunger and determination to succeed.”

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