Qatar Team Secures Third Place in Fourth Round of European Le Mans Series

Qatar Team finished third in the LMGT3 category at the fourth round of the 2026 European Le Mans Series (ELMS), held as a four-hour endurance race at Belgium’s iconic Spa-Francorchamps circuit.

Strong Podium Finish for Qatar Team

The Qatari team, featuring drivers Abdullah Al Khalifa, Julien Hanses and Adam Christodoulou in collaboration with Iron Lynx, delivered a consistent performance throughout the race, combining strong pace, reliability and effective teamwork.

No. 62 Mercedes-AMG Remains in Contention

Competing with the No. 62 Mercedes-AMG LMGT3, Qatar Team remained among the leading cars in the LMGT3 category and secured a valuable podium finish and championship points.

Abdullah Al Khalifa Named Driver of the Day

The team’s performance was further highlighted by Abdullah Ali Al Khalifa being named LMGT3 Driver of the Day in recognition of his strong performance and contribution to the result.

Boost for 2026 ELMS Campaign

The podium finish marks another important milestone for Qatar Team by Iron Lynx in its 2026 ELMS campaign, providing a boost as the championship moves into its decisive stages.

Focus Turns to Remaining Rounds

Qatar Team will now aim to build on its strong performance in the remaining rounds, targeting further podium finishes and a strong conclusion to the season.

Source: Qatar News Agency (QNA), August 23, 2026.