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Abu Dhabi, January 20, 2024 – Sheikh Mohammed bin Sultan bin Khalifa Al Nahyan, Chairman of the UAE Marine Sports Federation and Chairman of Abu Dhabi Marine Sports Club, crowned the winners of the third round of the UAE Formula 4 Powerboat Championship, which concluded in Abu Dhabi in front of a large audience over two days of intense competition.

Results of the Championship

On the first day of the competition, Sultan Al Falahi, driver of Boat 3 from the Black Pharaoh Team, secured first place. Obaid Mubarak, driver of Boat 7 from Obaid Marine, finished second, while Khalid Sultan Al Mazmi, driver of Boat 8 from the Sharjah Team, claimed third place.

On the second and final day, Sultan Al Falahi once again dominated, securing the overall title of the round. Obaid Mubarak maintained his position in second place, while Salem Al Yafie, driver of Boat 10 from Obaid Marine, secured third place.

The competition saw the participation of 12 racers from the UAE, Kuwait, Yemen, and Sudan, marking the third round of the championship season. The series will continue with further rounds until April.

Sheikh Mohammed bin Sultan bin Khalifa Al Nahyan Commends the Championship’s Success

Sheikh Mohammed bin Sultan bin Khalifa Al Nahyan praised the success of the UAE Formula 4 Powerboat Championship, emphasizing that this achievement reaffirms the UAE’s leadership in hosting world-class sporting events and its commitment to advancing marine sports on an international level.

He stated, "The success of the UAE Formula 4 Powerboat Championship is the result of hard work and dedication from all participants and organizers. It reflects our nation’s passion for developing marine sports, whether in infrastructure or event organization. This championship strengthens our international presence and highlights the expertise of Emiratis in hosting major global tournaments."

He further added, "We take pride in the overwhelming participation and enthusiastic audience engagement, which underscores the passion for powerboat racing. We aspire to achieve even greater milestones and reinforce the UAE’s role as a premier hub for international sporting events."

In conclusion, Sheikh Mohammed bin Sultan bin Khalifa Al Nahyan expressed his gratitude to all those involved in the championship, from organizers to competitors, for their contributions to making the event a success. He stated, "I look forward to witnessing more achievements and milestones that reflect our commitment to sportsmanship and excellence."