His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, yesterday witnessed McLaren winning the Formula 1 World Constructors’ Championship for the first time in 26 years, following their victory at the Formula 1 Etihad Airways Abu Dhabi Grand Prix 2024, held at Yas Marina Circuit in the UAE.
He congratulated His Majesty King Hamad on this occasion, highlighting McLaren’s distinguished achievement.
HRH the Crown Prince and Prime Minister affirmed that Bahrain’s achievements in international competitions are a testament of His Majesty’s support for the kingdom’s sports sector, serving as a source of inspiration and motivation.
He extended his congratulations to UAE President Shaikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice-President, Prime Minister and Dubai Ruler Shaikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum and Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of the Presidential Court Shaikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan on the successful hosting of the race.
HRH Prince Salman wished the UAE and the organisers at the Yas Marina Circuit continued success in hosting future Formula 1 races.
HRH Prince Salman also congratulated Finance and National Economy Minister and Bahrain Mumtalakat Holding Company (Mumtalakat) board of directors chairman Shaikh Salman bin Khalifa Al Khalifa and its board and executive members.
HRH the Crown Prince and Prime Minister commended Mumtalakat’s efforts and commitment to developing investments in Bahrain, which has supported economic diversification and the kingdom’s comprehensive development goals.
HRH Prince Salman noted that GCC countries have emerged as leaders in hosting international races, thanks to world-class infrastructure and capabilities that have distinguished them as destinations for international championships and races. He highlighted the continued successes of the UAE in hosting the Formula 1 Etihad Airways Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, reflecting on the broader achievements of the region in organising Formula 1 races.
Prior to the start of the race, HRH Prince Salman was given a tour of the Yas Marina Circuit, during which he was briefed on the final preparations being made for the race.
At the circuit, he met a number of senior officials.
His Majesty’s representative for humanitarian work and youth affairs and Supreme Council for Youth and Sports (SCYS) chairman Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad Al Khalifa, SCYS first deputy chairman, General Sports Authority president and Bahrain Olympic Committee president Shaikh Khalid bin Hamad Al Khalifa and Shaikh Mohammed bin Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa along with ministers, top officials and dignitaries also congratulated His Majesty and HRH Prince Salman.
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