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Formula 1 Grand Prix Abu Dhabi 2009

Formula 1 Grand Prix Abu Dhabi 2009

As motor sport is a huge part of the sporting culture of the Middle East, Abu Dhabi is delighted to have secured the right and privilege to host a Formula One Grand Prix from 2009 on behalf of all of the United Arab Emirates. The Grand Prix franchise has been awarded to Abu Dhabi for a renewable seven year term.

The first Formula 1™ Etihad Airways Abu Dhabi Grand Prix will take place at the most beautiful, innovative and luxurious motorsport circuit ever built.

Situated on Yas Island, just off the coast of Abu Dhabi, Yas Marina Circuit is a short drive from the capital city of the UAE and adjacent to the international airport.

From November 2009 it will be the venue for the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, the climax of the World Championship season. With easy access by land, air and sea, Yas Marina Circuit will offer spectators, sponsors, Formula 1™ and other event partners an incomparable experience.

Every single grandstand seat on Yas Marina Circuit will be under cover – another world first. It is all a part of a strategy that puts people first, whether spectators, teams, media or corporate guests and partners.

From the Yacht Club to the Media Centre, to the Team Buildings and the Marina, the Karting Centre, the Drag Racing Centre, the Driving School and the Business Park Centre, Yas Marina Circuit is built on quality, style and state-of-the-art technology. From November 2009, it will operate year-round as the world’s premier motorsport venue

Location:

The hotel is about 30 minutes drive to the circuit. Access to the circuit will be by a purpose built 12 lane highway which can be accessed from the Sheikh Maktoum (E10) highway from Abu Dhabi, or the Sheikh Zayed (E11) highway from Dubai

Yas island