Ferrari, McLaren, Mercedes-AMG, Porsche, and Aston Martin will battle it out
Hot on the heels of the Formula 1 season finale, Abu Dhabi shifts into high gear once again as motorsport fans get ready for the 2025 Gulf 12 Hours at the iconic Yas Marina Grand Prix Circuit.
Taking place at the end of the 2025 season, the event promises a high-octane showdown featuring championship-winning teams, returning contenders, and fresh talent from around the globe.
For 12 hours, iconic manufacturers Ferrari, McLaren, Mercedes-AMG, Porsche, and Aston Martin, will battle it out under the lights, testing consistency, precision, and strategy from day into night.
This year brings an exciting newcomer to the grid: James Vowles, Team Principal of Atlassian Williams Racing in Formula 1, joins Garage 59 in a McLaren GT3 EVO alongside Alexander West, Mark Sansom, and Marco Pulcini.
Adding to the intensity, Winward Racing returns with a two-car Mercedes-AMG GT3 entry, led by Maro Engel, last year’s Gulf 12 Hours winner.
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Fans with a Gulf 12 Hours weekend pass can also catch the 2025 Formula Trophy finale on 13 December, a rapidly growing F4 series featuring a 30-car international grid.
Yas Heat Racing makes a record four-car entry, showcasing some of the region’s brightest rising stars, competing alongside talent from five continents.
With world-class racing, adrenaline-fueled action, and a vibrant international field, Abu Dhabi is once again the ultimate destination for motorsport fans this December.
AED 50. 13-14 December, Yas Marina Circuit, Yas Island. For further information, visit Yas Marina Circuit
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