Team Qatar wins second place in the 24H European Series

Team Qatar finished second in the 992-AM category at the end of the 2026 European 24 Hours Endurance Racing Series season.

The Qatari team secured the runner-up position after finishing second in the Michelin 12 Hours of Barcelona, the fifth and final round of the championship.

Strong Finish at Barcelona-Catalunya Circuit

Driving the Porsche 911 GT3 Cup No. 974, Team Qatar delivered a strong performance in the final race at the Barcelona-Catalunya circuit.

The podium finish brought the team valuable points and confirmed its second-place position in the overall 992-AM championship standings.

Five Drivers Lead Team Qatar

Team Qatar's successful campaign featured Abdullah Al-Khalifi, Julian Hans, Ahmed Al-Emadi, Faisal Al-Yafei and Jassim Al Thani.

The five drivers shared driving duties throughout the endurance races, maintaining a consistent pace and strong performance during the demanding long-distance events.

Their combined efforts helped Team Qatar remain among the leading competitors in the highly competitive 992-AM category.

Julian Hans Impresses in Qualifying

The Barcelona round also highlighted the team's pace during qualifying.

Julian Hans recorded the second-fastest time in the 992-AM category, completing a lap in 1:43.485 minutes.

The result demonstrated the speed of the Porsche 911 GT3 Cup and the team's preparation ahead of the final race of the season.

Successful 2026 Season

Team Qatar entered the Barcelona finale as one of the leading contenders after recording notable results earlier in the championship.

Among the team's key achievements were victories at the Mugello and Spa-Francorchamps circuits.

The consistent results throughout the season ultimately secured Team Qatar second place in the 992-AM championship standings.

Qatar Strengthens International Motorsport Presence

The Barcelona podium adds another milestone to Qatar's participation in international endurance racing.

The achievement also highlights the continued involvement of the Qatar Motor and Motorcycle Federation (QMMF) in major international motorsport competitions.

With a second-place championship finish and a podium in the final Barcelona round, Team Qatar has concluded its 2026 European endurance racing campaign on a strong note.