Saudi Arabia drops 2026 Saudi Rally from Middle East Rally Championship

The Saudi Automobile and Motorcycle Federation and Saudi Motorsport Company, in coordination with the International Automobile Federation (FIA), have announced that the Saudi Rally will not be held as part of the 2026 Middle East Rally Championship (MERC). The event had been scheduled to take place in Jeddah in November.

According to a joint statement, the decision followed a comprehensive assessment of the organizational and logistical arrangements required to stage the rally. The evaluation considered the need for operational preparations and coordination to ensure the event met approved standards, fulfilled technical and organizational requirements, and provided suitable conditions for all participants and stakeholders.

The Saudi Automobile and Motorcycle Federation and Saudi Motorsport Company affirmed their continued commitment to developing motorsports in the Kingdom and strengthening cooperation with the FIA and relevant bodies. They emphasized their ongoing efforts to build on Saudi Arabia’s success in hosting international and regional championships and to further enhance its position on the global motorsport map.