MOTORSPORT – BAHRAIN’S young karting star Shaikh Saif bin Hassan Al Khalifa continued his impressive championship charge with another second-place podium finish in round nine of the 2025-26 IAME Series UAE, held at Al Forsan International Kart Circuit in Abu Dhabi.
Widely regarded as the most technical circuit on the IAME Series calendar, the venue’s track layout demands precision, control, and consistency. Shaikh Saif rose to the challenge, driving the circuit in an exceptionally strong and mature manner, showcasing both skill and race intelligence to secure the podium result.
Representing Xcel Motorsport, Shaikh Saif delivered a composed and determined performance to take his third podium in a row and his second podium of the weekend, reinforcing his status as one of the standout drivers in the championship.
The result kept the Bahraini driver firmly in second place in the season standings, with the final race coming up next week, setting up a thrilling conclusion to the season.
Speaking after the race, Shaikh Saif said: “This one’s dedicated to my team and my teammates. Thank you Xcel Motorsport for believing in me and supporting me.
“I’m really feeling good and can’t wait for what’s to come – let’s go!”
With momentum building and confidence high, Shaikh Saif turns his focus to the championship finale, aiming to finish the season on a high and continue Bahrain’s strong presence on the international karting stage.