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The Qatar Motor and Motorcycle Federation organised Survival 1, the opening round of the 2026 Qatar Off Road Championship, in the challenging dunes of Sealine. The event featured a strong entry list of 42 competitors representing Qatar and several other nationalities, delivering an exciting and competitive start to the season.The demanding terrain tested both skill and endurance, producing intense competition across all classes. In Class 1, Ethan Lane secured first place with an outstanding performance and was also the Challenger category winner in his class. Alex Mcinnes finished in second place, followed by Michael Anderson in third. The Veteran Class victory went to Gregely Kis.**media[436844]**In Class 2, Mansour al-Suwaidi claimed first place after a strong and consistent drive. Khalifa al-Bastaki secured second place and was also the Challenger category winner in his class, while Ali al-Marzouqi completed the podium in third position. The Veteran Class 2 was won by Mohammed al-Shamsi. The trophies were presented to the winners by Amro al-Hamad, Executive Director of QMMF, alongside Pedro Almeida, Clerk of the Course. The championship continues next week with Round 2 of the Qatar Off Road Championship, Baja 1 for cars and motorcycles, scheduled to take place on 25 April 2026. 

The Qatar Off Road Championship delivered an action-packed spectacle in the Sealine area, drawing riders into a fierce contest across challenging desert terrain.In Class 1, the UAE’s Mohammad al-Balooshi came out on top, completing 18 laps in 1:11:37 to secure first place ahead of Great Britain’s Alex McInnes and compatriot Abdulla Lanjawi.Class 2 saw another Emirati triumph as Mansoor al-Suwaidi clinched victory with 18 laps in 1:16:43, followed by Abdulaziz Ahli and Ali Hasan al-Marzooqi. The championship continues with the fifth survival round scheduled for November 13-14.