Damascus-SANA
Strength and excitement the most prominent title in the racing circuit in Sednaya in Damascus countryside, with the launch of the Syrian Automobile Club, the Syrian championship for speed racing and drifting in its first round of this season, next Friday.
The atmosphere of competition will return to intensification in the second stage on the fifth of next August, while the third stage of the championship will be held on the second of next September in the same circuit.
Deputy Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Syrian Automobile Club Samer Al-Khidr said during a press conference held today at the Sheraton Hotel in Damascus: “We have passed a good stage in the framework of the rehabilitation of Sednaya Circuit, which was vandalized by terrorism, as it reached a good stage of readiness, which is in line with the minimum international conditions for the establishment of races. Which will be held in the evening times this year to ensure the comfort of drivers, the public and racing cadres, and we have taken all necessary traffic and medical safety measures.”
Al-Khidr explained that the club’s calendar is in line with the directions of the International Automobile Federation, as we have introduced new competitions, specifically the electronic racing championship, which is one of the important races. And we noticed during them distinct skill levels.
Al-Khidr highlighted the importance of the return of the Discover Syria Rally to its glory again, as work is being done to re-start its spinning wheel again despite all circumstances, as it is one of the activities that shed light on Syria's civilization and heritage, pointing to the role of the Sports Federation in providing facilities that would push motor sport towards further development. .
The competition was present among the contestants who attended the conference. Everyone expressed their willingness to run the night races this year, as they pointed out the strength of the preparations they made during the last period by competing for the first places within their categories, while exceeding the ambition of some of them to participate in foreign championships and represent Syria in international forums.
Mohammed Al-Rahil
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