PARTICIPANTS | EMIRATES DRIFT CHAMPIONSHIP 2026

Drifters, welcome to the 2026 season of the Emirates Drift Championship! 

Three championship rounds will take place at Yas Marina Circuit, building toward a season finale that could once again see the title decided on the iconic North Handling Configuration of the Grand Prix Track. 

 

  • UPCOMING EVENTS: February 21 - Season Finale | North Handling, GP Track

RULES & REGULATIONS

COMPETITOR TICKET

FINAL ROUND  | 21 FEB 2026

PROCAR COMPETITORS ONLY

With your ticket, enjoy access to:

  • Competition day for Round 4 of Emirates Drift Championship (Sat, Feb 21)
  • 1 Drift Car, 1 Service Car & 2 Crew
  • General Admission Viewing Areas

Please note: 

  • Access to the final round is only for competitors in the ProCar category
  • Tickets do not include access to the Test & Tune Day. To reserve your Test & Tune session, see details below.
  • To purchase spectator tickets for your friends & family, click here

  • Access to the final round is only for competitors in the ProCar category
  • A valid EMSO license is mandatory 
  • For any driver under the age of 18, in addition to holding a valid competition license, a legal guardian must be officially present on-site and sign the waiver, supported by valid identification
  • Signed waiver
  • Valid competition license.
  • No Objection Letter from the relevant foreign motorsport authority (for international drivers)
  • Legal guardian to be present with ID and signature (for drivers under 18)

*Mandatory Documents (to be submitted with each application)*

TEST & TUNE

Get ready to fine-tune your setup and make every turn count with our Test & Tune session on Friday, 20 Feb 2026. Taking place the day before the competition, this exclusive session is your chance to ensure your car is performing at its best!

Please note: Access is only valid on Friday

Get ready for an exhilarating season at the Yas Roll Race Challenge! This event showcases the thrill of acceleration and precision as participants take their vehicles to the limit. Here are the key dates to mark on your calendar:

  • Participants: Jan 2-4 | Spectators: Jan 3 - 4
  • Participants: April 10 - 12 | Spectators: April 11 - 12


For Spectators
Don’t miss out on the excitement! Register now for your motorsport pass to enjoy free access to watch the Yas Roll Race Challenge live. By signing up, you’ll also receive updates about this event and exclusive access to our other thrilling motorsport events throughout the year!

GET READY FOR THE 2025 SEASON

REGISTER NOW

20 FEB | SCHEDULE

TIME DESCRIPTION
18:30 Registration 
20:00 Test & Tune 

*SCHEDULE IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE

 

21 FEB | SCHEDULE

TIME DESCRIPTION
18:00 Arrival, Paddock Area Setup & Scrutineering
19:00 Spectator Gates Open
19:30 Driver Sign-On
20:00 Briefing (Pro Class)
20:30 Practice (Pro Class)
21:30 Pro Class Qualification
22:30 Pro Class Parade
23:00 Tandem Battles
02:00 Podium & Prize Giving Ceremony

*SCHEDULE IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE

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