Omani racing driver Ahmed Al-Harthy secured a third-place finish in the Cup category during the final round of the GT World Challenge Europe 2026, held in Portimão, Portugal. Al-Harthy, competing alongside his teammates, drove the BMW M4 EVO GT3 bearing car number 42. The podium result marked a significant achievement for the Oman Race Sport team and was celebrated by the official BMW representative in Oman.

This accomplishment not only elevated the standing of the Oman Race Sport team within the GT World Challenge Europe series but also brought international recognition to Oman in the field of motorsport. The event in Portimão featured intense competition, and the team’s bronze finish in the hours-long Cup class race underscored their consistent performance throughout the championship.

As the official BMW agent in Oman noted, Al-Harthy’s success exemplifies the growing presence and competitive spirit of Omani drivers on the global racing stage. The result reflects both the skill of the driver and the capabilities of the BMW M4 EVO GT3 in endurance racing formats.