The IAME UAE Series 2025/2026 season reached new heights during a thrilling double-header weekend at Dubai Kartdrome, hosting Round 2 on October 18 and Round 3 on October 19. The event, marked by scorching temperatures and intense competition, showcased the burgeoning talent of young drivers across multiple categories. Founded in Italy in 1968, IAME has become a global leader in kart engine manufacturing, with its UAE chapter spearheaded by Sheikh Waleed Al Qassimi. As the owner of RAK Track and president of IAME UAE, Sheikh Waleed has been instrumental in fostering a world-class motorsport ecosystem in the region. The weekend’s races were a testament to the sport’s growing popularity, drawing competitors and fans from across the GCC and beyond. Round 3, in particular, delivered nail-biting action across five categories. In the Bambino Class, Sam Testa secured a hard-fought victory, while Baptiste Augustin triumphed in the Mini Category. Leonidas Peruzzi continued his dominance in the Junior Class, and Youif Busenad clinched a dramatic win in the Senior/170 Category. Maximillian Dexter rounded out the weekend with a victory in the Senior Class. Sheikh Waleed Al Qassimi praised the event, highlighting the remarkable progress of karting in the UAE and the bright future ahead. With the Dubai rounds concluded, the championship now heads to Sharjah Kart Track for the next leg of this fiercely competitive season.