Monday 18 / November / 2024
Muscat: OQ, the Global Integrated Energy Group, celebrated the achievement of Ahmad Al Harthy, the champion racer who finished second in the 100th-anniversary edition of the 24 Hours of Le Mans, World Endurance Championship held in France.
The Oman Racing Team made history by achieving such a high placement in a global championship for the first time ever.
During the event, Ashraf bin Hamad Al Maamari, CEO of People, Technology and Culture at OQ, stated, “OQ's sponsorship of the OQ Champion Ahmad Al Harthy epitomises His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik's profound interest in sports, as mentioned during his meeting with dignitaries of the South Al Sharqiyah Governorate on January 9, 2022.
His Majesty emphassed that sports has become an industry and an integral part of the country's development process. Additionally, it reflects our belief in the importance of nurturing Omani champions across various sports on a global stage.”
Al Maamari expressed pride in the accomplishments of the Omani team led by Ahmad Al Harthy as they elevate the reputation of the Sultanate of Oman in international sports arenas.
He highlighted that OQ's sponsorship of Al Harthy's participation in international races aligns with the growing significance of sports today. Furthermore, he mentioned OQ's past contributions to sponsoring accomplished athletes such as Mohammed Al Mashaikhi and Omar Al Ghailani, who achieved commendable results in several international tournaments.
Al Maamari highlighted Ahmad Al Harthy's role as a community role model and the ambassador of Omani brands abroad. Not only does he have an impressive track record of achieving top positions, but he also imparts his experiences to the next generation of aspiring motor racing enthusiasts.
He further affirmed OQ's commitment to supporting Omani athletes, who proudly represent Oman in various international sports competitions.
This dedication stems from the company's national and social responsibility to empower talented Omanis in their pursuit of excellence.
As for Ahmad Al Harthy, he expressed his joy over his second-place finish and acknowledged the event's significance on an international level.
Ahmad Al Harthy has contributed to the promotion of Omani sports around the world while proudly carrying the flag of the Sultanate to podiums, he said.
Al Harthy extended his gratitude to the OQ Group for their crucial role and generous sponsorship of his participation in international races, which greatly influenced his achievements.
The World Endurance Championship is organised by the International Automobile Federation.
