Al Balooshi claims historic third FIM Bajas World Cup title

Monday, 2 December 2024 19:13

By ARN News Centre

UAE rider Mohammed Al Balooshi made history by securing his third FIM Bajas World Cup title, becoming the first Arab rider to achieve this milestone.

Finishing second in the Dubai event, Al Balooshi topped the championship standings.

Poland's Konrad Dabrowski claimed the Dubai event win in the motorcycle category, while Sultan Al Balooshi secured third.

In the FIA Baja World Cup, Portugal’s Joao Ferreira took the cars title, while Qatar’s Nasser Al Attiyah celebrated his record-breaking 13th Dubai International Baja victory. The UAE’s Abdulaziz Ahli triumphed in the Quads category, and Poland’s Joanna Modrzewska claimed the Women’s title.

Briton Alex McInnes posted the fastest time on Stage 3 of the event.

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