Sheikh Saif Bin Hassan Al Khalifa Shines with Podium Finish in IAME UAE Championship

Bahraini karting talent Sheikh Saif Bin Hassan Al Khalifa delivered an impressive performance in Round 8 of the IAME Series UAE 2025–26, securing a second-place podium finish and further cementing his status as one of Bahrain’s most promising young motorsport prospects.

The race, held on January 31, 2026, at Al Forsan International Kart Circuit in Abu Dhabi, saw Sheikh Saif display remarkable racecraft, composure, and technical skill while competing against a highly competitive field of elite international drivers. Racing for Xcel Motorsport, the nine-year-old impressed throughout the weekend with consistent pace and mature decision-making well beyond his years.

The strong result earned Sheikh Saif valuable championship points, lifting him to second place overall in the championship standings, with just two rounds remaining in the season. His latest podium significantly strengthens his title challenge as the championship approaches its decisive stages.

This achievement follows another notable success earlier in the month, where Sheikh Saif claimed third place at the prestigious Dubai O-Plate Karting Championship, underlining his growing momentum and rapid development on the regional karting scene.

With back-to-back podium finishes and rising confidence, Sheikh Saif Bin Hassan Al Khalifa continues to showcase the depth of young motorsport talent emerging from Bahrain, positioning himself as a name to watch closely in the future of the sport.