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MAHA AL HAMALI navigates Qatar International Baja with Xavier Flick

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October 27, 2026

GRRL! SUMMARY:

  • MAHA AL HAMALI steps into the navigator seat alongside Xavier Flick at the Qatar International Baja, replacing originally listed co-driver Michael Metge in a late pre-event change.
  • The Qatar International Baja attracts 45 motorcycle riders and 8 quad entrants, with competition running through northern, central and southern Qatar deserts over two demanding days.
  • The FIM Bajas World Cup title battle is tight, with quad leader Ahmed Al Jaber holding just a seven-point edge over Hani Al Noumesi heading into the Qatar round.

UPCOMING:

  • Qatar International Baja – administration and scrutineering at Lusail International Circuit (Wednesday, Oct 28, 2026), pre-event press conference 18:00hrs
  • Qatar International Baja race weekend (Oct 29-30, 2026)

LINKS TO RACER'S PROFILE PAGES:

fim bajas world cup, lusail international circuit, off road, qatar international baja

GRRL! summary based upon reporting by Qatar tribune originally appearing on qatar-tribune.com