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Mapps, McBride excel at 1st round of AD Baja
Gulf Today
|October 28, 2025
The first round of the third edition of the Abu Dhabi Baja Challenge 2025-2026, organised by the Abu Dhabi Sports Council in collaboration with the Emirates Motorsports Organization, concluded in Tilal Sweihan of the Al Ain region with more than 100 competitors from 31 countries, including more than 25 Emirati drivers, in an event that brought together professionals and amateurs from across the globe.
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The opening round featured 62 motorcycles, 8 quads, 8 cars and 22 buggies, all competing on a desert-sand course spanning over 100 km through five laps among the soft sand dunes of the Al Ain desert, delivering a unique experience combining speed, skill and endurance.
The results saw several champions shine, with British driver David Mapps and co-driver David McBride crowned winners of the Cars (T3) category and taking the overall top spot.
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