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Sporting events lined up at Losail International Circuit

Published: 12 Feb 2017 - 12:57 pm | Last Updated: 08 Nov 2021 - 02:06 am
File photo of participants at a training sessions at the Losail Circuit Sports Club

File photo of participants at a training sessions at the Losail Circuit Sports Club

The Peninsula

In lieu of Qatar National Sports Day starting day after tomorrow, it is a busy week at Losail International Circuit with sports activities lined up for every one.

On February 14, the circuit will have a ladies only event including activities such as walking, running, cycling, rollerblading or skateboarding. Apart from this there is a stretching class with Coach Chirin and Boxing session with Coach Roufaida. Men willl not be allowed and only boys below 9 years would be granted entry. 

On February 15, the circuit will be open for cycling, running and walking for families. 

Karting and Minimoto track will be open on February 16-17 from 5pm to 10pm. A karting session for 15 minutes will cost your QAR 100 and participants have to be above 15 years old. 

Apart from this there are also track days where everybody is allowed to drive or ride on the track that usually hosts world championships. 

The circuit will also host the opening round of the 2017 FIM MXGP World Championship for fifth time in a row on February 24 and 25. While the general access is free, two-day paddock tickets can be purchased at 100 QAR while the VIP tickets are available at 1000 QAR.