YAS RACING SERIES
Yas Racing Series returns for the 2026/27 season, bringing exciting motorsport action and experiences to Yas Marina Circuit! From competitive racing championships to up-close encounters with race cars and a variety of experiences across the circuit, there’s plenty to look forward to, starting with Round 1 on 24-25 October.
The 2025/2026 season of Yas Racing Series has come to a thrilling end!
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ROUND 1 | 24-25 OCTOBER
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Yas Racing Series is back at Yas Marina Circuit for Round 1 on 24-25 October 2026!
Get ready for two days of motorsport action featuring the Gulf ProCar Championship and Gulf Radical Cup, bringing exciting racing competition to the track. Beyond the races, visitors can get closer to the action during the Public Pit Lane Walk, offering an opportunity to see the race cars up close and experience the atmosphere behind the scenes!
- Public Pit Lane Walk Timings:
- Saturday, 24 October | 12:30 - 1:10PM
- Sunday, 25 October | 10:05 - 10:55AM
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
MORE EXPERIENCES AWAIT!
Enjoy 20% OFF Karting at Yas Kartzone, SimYAS and Yas Verse at Yas Central during Yas Racing Series - Round 1
Simply check in at the Main Paddock during event hours to receive your exclusive discount code, valid throughout the event!
YAS KARTZONE
Get behind the wheel of a kart and challenge your friends on the track
SimYAS
Put your driving skills to the test with immersive racing simulators
YAS VERSE
Explore PC and PlayStation gaming, arcade machines, retro classics and more
SAT 24 OCT
| TIME | DESCRIPTION | |
|---|---|---|
| 9:00 | GATES OPEN | |
| 9:25-9:45 | GULF RADICAL CUP | SPRINT QUALIFYING | |
| 9:55-10:15 | GULF PROCAR | QUALIFYING | |
| 10:20-10:50 | SAFETY CAR EXERCISE | |
| 11:55-12:20 | GULF RADICAL CUP | SPRINT RACE 1 | |
| 12:30-13:10 | PUBLIC PIT LANE WALK | |
| 12:35-12:45 | GULF RADICAL CUP | PODIUM - SPRINT RACE 1 | |
| 13:55-14:20 | GULF PROCAR | RACE 1 | |
| 14:30-14:40 | GULF PROCAR | PODIUM - RACE 1 | |
| 14:50-15:15 | GULF RADICAL CUP | SPRINT RACE 2 | |
| 15:25-15:35 | GULF RADICAL CUP | PODIUM - SPRINT RACE 2 | |
| 16:50-17:15 | GULF PROCAR | RACE 2 | |
| 17:25-17:35 | GULF PROCAR | PODIUM - RACE 2 | |
Schedule is subject to change
SUN 25 OCT
| TIME | DESCRIPTION | |
|---|---|---|
| 9:30 | GATES OPEN | |
| 9:30-9:45 | GULF RADICAL CUP | ENDURO QUALIFYING | |
| 10:05-10:55 | PUBLIC PIT LANE WALK | |
| 11:40-12:25 | GULF RADICAL CUP | ENDURO RACE | |
| 12:35-12:45 | GULF RADICAL CUP | PODIUM - ENDURO RACE | |
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!