LIC racing ahead with Formula 1 Qatar Grand Prix preparations
Doha
Lusail International Circuit (LIC) continues its preparations to host the Formula 1 Qatar Airways Grand Prix (Qatar Grand Prix), which will be held from November 28 to 30, 2025.
In a statement on Tuesday, LIC announced that tickets for the main grandstand have sold out, with unprecedented demand for the race events, reflecting its growing status as one of the region's most prominent sporting events. Although the Main Grandstand tickets are sold out, there are still great opportunities to watch the race from exceptional locations, such as the North Grandstand for a great view of the race start and the exciting competition towards the first turn.
The tickets for North Grandstand, located along the Main Straight just left of the Main Grandstand, is available at QR1,500, providing dramatic views of the race start and the high-speed run into Turn 1.
Those looking for a vantage point on some of Lusail's signature corners still have time to secure seats in the Turn 2, Turn 3, and Turn 16 Grandstands, each priced at QR1,000, offering up-close views of the intense braking zones and wheel-to-wheel moments across the 16-turn circuit.
For fans seeking a more relaxed experience with open views, General Admission – Lusail Hill tickets are available at QR600 for all three
days or starting from QR200 for a single day. These tickets offer an
enjoyable and exceptional-value experience for race enthusiasts of all ages. page 14
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