DANIA AKEEL & HEDDA HOSÅS Lead Strong Women’s Field at 2026 Jordan Baja

January 1, 1990

• DANIA AKEEL returns to defend her FIA Middle East Baja championship crown, piloting her Overdrive Racing Toyota Hilux Evo in the Ultimate category against tough World Cup competition. The Saudi champion faces a step up in competition level but brings serious momentum from her title-winning 2025 campaign.
• HEDDA HOSÅS leads a surprisingly strong women’s presence in the SSV category, competing for FIA World Baja Cup points alongside navigator Pol Tibau in their Can-Am Maverick R. The Norwegian’s inclusion in the World Cup field shows the international reach women are achieving in off-road racing.
• Saudi duo MAHA AL-HAMALI and Emirati NORA AL-JASSASI round out the women’s contingent in SSV regional competition, both wheeling Can-Am Mavericks and proving the Gulf region continues developing strong female talent in motorsport. Their participation demonstrates the growing acceptance and support for women racers across the Middle East.

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