Qatar was awarded the race in November 2003, and in December they started construction of the circuit and all its facilities.

Frankly, in 2004 we were worried... But they set our minds at ease and the facility, while not 100% complete, was in great shape for a super opening race in Oct 2004. 2005/6 were flawless, and we are looking forward to an even more exciting event this year! However, the VIP Package is about 'no need to worry' as we will have everything in hand when you arrive!

The circuit is 5.4km, making it the third longest in the GP tournament. The longest straight is 1.068km, which should have the racers hitting 330kph! The seventh turn (of a total of 16 curves) - a long sweeper - will allow speeds of up to 250kph, so should be pretty spectacular.

It now hosts WSB as well as several other local events.

The races will be:

• 125cc 18 laps/96.84 km
• 250cc 20 laps/107.6 km
• MotoGP 22 laps/118.3 km

The route to the circuit from the airport: drive through Al-Matar St. Take right on Toyota Tower then keep going through C-Ring road, keep driving along Corniche road all the way until reaching the Sheraton Hotel then take a left towards City Centre, drive to Al-Whada St, take a right to Istigl St, keep straight then take a left going to the Doha golf club. Take a right on the roundabout going north to Al-Khor highway till you get to Losail International Racetrack

The unofficial programme is expected to be: