Turkey and Qatar Sign Cooperation Protocol in Motor Sports

The Turkish Automobile Sports Federation and the Qatar Automobile and Motorcycle Federation signed a cooperation protocol in Istanbul to develop motor sports. The agreement covers education, sustainability, accessibility, and joint events.

Scraper SystemJune 18, 2026, 07:31 PM

Turkey and Qatar Sign Cooperation Protocol in Motor Sports

The Turkish Automobile Sports Federation and the Qatar Automobile and Motorcycle Federation have signed a cooperation protocol aimed at developing motor sports. At the ceremony held in Istanbul, the joint focus areas of the two federations were education, sustainability, and broader accessibility.

The protocol aims to establish a common working platform in motor sports. Within this framework, the parties plan to jointly conduct both sporting activities and educational and awareness efforts in the field.

Shared goals cover a wide range

According to the agreement, the two organizations will work together on steps to strengthen sustainability, inclusivity, and educational initiatives in motor sports. The cooperation goes beyond race organization, aiming to bring the sport to a wider audience.

Speaking at the ceremony, the President of the Turkish Automobile Sports Federation stated that the protocol elevates bilateral relations to a new level through social and sporting events. He also expressed the desire to organize joint competitions in Istanbul and Doha and to develop sports projects together.

In the same speech, the desire to host MotoGP races and Formula 1 events at Istanbul Park was also expressed. This emphasis highlighted Turkey's goal to strengthen its position on the international motor sports calendar.

The Qatari side stated that they expect the cooperation to extend beyond events to include technical inspections, expertise sharing, safety standards, education, and qualification areas. The parties also emphasized that this partnership could serve as a model for other federations.