YAS RACING SERIES 2026
Yas Racing Series returns for the 2025-2026 season with three race weekends at Yas Marina Circuit, bringing together some of the region’s most exciting circuit racing championships. The final round of the season takes place on 07-08 February, forming part of Edition #1 of the Yas Speed Festival - the UAE’s ultimate motorsport and car culture festival.
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ROUND 3 | FEB 07 - 08
ROUND 3 | FEB 07 - 08
Taking place as part of Yas Speed Festival - Edition #1 , this round of Yas Racing Series is headlined by the Asian Le Mans Series, alongside the Gulf ProCar Championshipand Gulf Radical Cup. Beyond the racing, Yas Speed Festival takes over the circuit, celebrating motorsport and car culture across the weekend - from Yas Motor Majlis, featuring over 400 cars on display from Abu Dhabi’s car community, to a fan zone and off-track experiences running across the weekend! This is one you don't want to miss.
General Admission, VIP, and Family Packages are available as part of the wider Yas Speed Festival experience!
Get an early look at the action as Gulf Radical Cup and Gulf ProCar drivers take to the track for official testing ahead of race weekend. Spectators can watch from Yas Kartzone’s viewing area, open exclusively for this day!
The adrenaline continues with two full days of racing and entertainment. On track, catch:
- Gulf Radical Cup – lightweight prototype race cars built for pure speed and precision.
- Gulf ProCar Championship – the region’s top GT and touring car series.
- EMSO Marshal Training - see race officials in action as they prepare for the Formula 1 Etihad Airways Abu Dhabi Grand Prix.
Off the track, join the Pit Stop Challenge at the Public Suite to test your tyre-changing speed, or enjoy a Pit Lane Walk for exclusive, up-close views of team garages and race cars. The public suite also features the Otaku Middle East Experience with its popular Tamiya Mini 4WD Race Track and plenty of fun for all ages.
ADNOC Yas in Schools – Take on a fun racing challenge on a custom-built mini track and see who crosses the finish line first!
WHAT TO EXPECT AT YAS SPEED FESTIVAL EDITION #1
Asian Le Mans Series
A world-class endurance racing championship that embodies the Spirit of Le Mans. Featuring top international teams and emerging regional talent, the Asian Le Mans Series delivers multi-hour prototype and GT racing, with Championship titles and invitations to the 24 Hours of Le Mans in 2026 on the line.
Gulf ProCar Championship
One of the region’s longest-running GT and Touring Car race series, Gulf ProCar brings together a diverse grid of GT, Touring, Saloon, and Prototype cars, competing in defined classes.
Gulf Radical Cup
Known globally as the gentleman driver’s race series of choice, Gulf Radical Cup features lightweight, high-performance prototype cars designed to deliver close, competitive racing. The series combines speed, skill, and pure driving enjoyment, making it a favourite among both drivers and fans.
Yas Motor Majlis
Yas Motor Majlis is back - a place to celebrate cars, community, and motorsport. A key part of Abu Dhabi’s car culture scene, Motor Majlis brings together a diverse lineup from the community, giving visitors the chance to explore the cars up close, meet the drivers behind them, and connect with fellow enthusiasts throughout the weekend.
17 JAN
| TIME | DESCRIPTION | |
|---|---|---|
| 9:00 | PUBLIC GATES OPEN | |
| 9:00 - 9:20 | GULF RADICAL CUP SPRINT QUALIFYING | |
| 9:35 - 10:35 | UAE 4 SERIES FREE PRACTICE | |
| 10:45 - 11:45 | FORMULA REGIONAL TROPHY | |
| 12:25 - 12:50 | GULF RADICAL CUP SPRINT RACE 1 | |
| 13:00 - 13:10 | GULF RADICAL CUP SPRINT RACE 1 PODIUM | |
| 13:10 - 13:25 | UAE 4 SERIES QUALIFYING 1 | |
| 13:35 - 13:50 | UAE 4 SERIES QUALIFYING 2 | |
| 14:00 - 14:15 | FORMULA REGIONAL TROPHY QUALIFYING 1 | |
| 14:25 - 14:40 | FORMULA REGIONAL TROPHY QUALIFYING 2 | |
| 15:40 - 16:05 | GULF RADICAL CUP SPRINT RACE 2 | |
| 16:15 - 16:25 | GULF RADICAL CUP SPRINT RACE 2 PODIUM | |
| 16:50 - 17:25 | UAE 4 SERIES RACE 1 | |
| 17:35 - 17:45 | UAE 4 SERIES RACE 1 PODIUM | |
| 17:55 - 18:30 | FORMULA REGIONAL TROPHY RACE 1 | |
| 18:40 - 18:50 | FORMULA REGIONAL TROPHY RACE 1 PODIUM | |
| 19:10 - 19:30 | GRID MASTER – PARADE LAP | |
| 22:45 | GRID MASTER PODIUM | |
| 23:00 | PUBLIC GATES CLOSE | |
Schedule is subject to change
18 JAN
| TIME | DESCRIPTION | |
|---|---|---|
| 09:30 | SPECTATOR GATES OPEN | |
| 10:30 - 11:05 | UAE 4 SERIES - RACE 2 | |
| 11:15 - 11:25 | UAE 4 SERIES - RACE 2 PODIUM | |
| 11:35 - 12:10 | FORMULA REGIONAL M.E. TROPHY - RACE 2 | |
| 12:20 - 12:30 | FORMULA REGIONAL M.E. TROPHY - RACE 2 PODIUM | |
| 13:15 - 13:30 | GULF RADICAL CUP - ENDURO QUALIFYING | |
| 14:25 - 15:00 | UAE 4 SERIES - RACE 3 | |
| 15:10 - 15:20 | UAE 4 SERIES - RACE 3 PODIUM | |
| 15:30 - 16:05 | FORMULA REGIONAL M.E. TROPHY - RACE 3 | |
| 16:15 - 16:25 | FORMULA REGIONAL M.E. TROPHY - RACE 3 PODIUM | |
| 16:45 - 17:30 | GULF RADICAL CUP - ENDURO RACE | |
| 17:45 - 18:00 | GULF RADICAL CUP - ENDURO RACE PODIUM | |
Schedule is subject to change
2025-2026 Season Overview
This season features three weekends of racing action, each showcasing a different lineup of championships:
- Weekend 1: 31 Oct - 2 Nov | Featuring Gulf ProCar Championship, Gulf Radical Cup, EMSO Marshal Training
- Weekend 2: 17 - 18 Jan | Featuring Gulf Radical Cup, Formula 4 Middle East, Formula Regional Middle East
- Weekend 3: 7 - 8 Feb | Featuring Asian Le Mans Series, Gulf ProCar Championship, Gulf Radical Cup
Stay tuned to our Instagram @ymcofficial for more updates!