Pierre Abou Diwan competes for UAE in Rotax MAX Grand Finals Bahrain

In his first season, Pierre Abou Diwan achieved victory in the Micro Max category of the UAE Rotax Max Challenge championship for 2022-2023. He faced tough competition from the top karting drivers during the grand challenge, but ultimately emerged victorious, earning the respect and admiration of the audience.

Pierre is getting ready to compete for the UAE in the upcoming 23rd Rotax MAX Challenge World Grand Finals, following his national championship win. The event is set to take place from December 2nd to December 9th, 2023, at the Bahrain International Karting Circuit in Sakhir. Nearly 300 exceptional drivers will participate in this thrilling tournament, which will be held at this location for the second time.

Pierre said, "I am very pleased with this victory that comes after great hard work and continuous training. I wish to thank everyone who helped me win this challenge - my team George Gibbons Motorsport (GGM), my coaches, and my school Lycée Libanais Francophone Privé Meydan, particularly my family, and parents, who have always been my greatest support."  

He added, "Competing in the world finals with the best karting drivers from around the world is a great honor, and I am proud to be representing the UAE at this world championship." 

Pierre, who hails from Lebanon, has been involved in karting since he was eight years old, showcasing his talent in the sport. He is currently putting in significant effort to get ready for the upcoming world challenge in Bahrain, which marks a significant milestone in Abou Diwan's journey towards the global karting scene.

Pierre's comments regarding his entry into the world of karting, "My friend Ray, who also competes in the championship, was already karting and invited me to try his kart. As soon as I got into it, I asked my dad if I could do it regularly, and he agreed."

Pierre dedicates two to three days a week to track training, while also maintaining his physical and mental fitness. Moreover, his mother ensures that he completes all of his homework and studies for exams ahead of time, particularly during race weekends, particularly when they involve travel.

Pierre, like every other karting driver, has aspirations of one day reaching Formula 1. Although he is aware that it is a challenging and costly journey, he is unwavering in his determination to succeed in the field of motorsport.

Besides his passion for karting, Pierre has an interest in other activities such as playing basketball, practising Taekwondo, and swimming. In his leisure time, he finds pleasure in playing video games, constructing Lego sets, and spending quality time with his family.

Pierre is a determined and ambitious young racer with an unwavering belief in his ability to succeed in motorsport. His passion for racing is unparalleled, and he has no limits to his aspirations for success. Through consistent hard work, he has maintained his position as a top performer in his favourite sport, and he is now getting ready to make his racing dream come true at the Rotax MAX Challenge Grand Finals.