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Emirati Racer & UFC Champ: A Yas Marina Thrill
15 Nov
Summary
- Amna Al Qubaisi drove a Porsche 911 GT3 RS with Julianna Peña as passenger.
- Both women are recognized for their success in male-dominated sports.
- Peña competes in RAF's Middle East debut event in Abu Dhabi.
Trailblazing Emirati racing driver Amna Al Qubaisi recently took to the track at Abu Dhabi's Yas Marina Circuit, at the wheel of a powerful Porsche 911 GT3 RS. She was joined by former UFC women's bantamweight champion Julianna Peña, who rode as a passenger for the thrilling experience.
Both athletes are recognized as influential figures who have excelled in traditionally male-dominated sports. Al Qubaisi, an honoree on Time magazine's 100 Most Influential People in Sport for 2026, expressed the importance of seeing women succeed. Peña, preparing for her RAF Middle East debut fight in Abu Dhabi, found the experience highly motivating for her upcoming bout.
The event at Yas Marina Circuit precedes Peña's fight against Diana Avsaragova at the Etihad Arena as part of RAF's inaugural Middle East event. Tickets for RAF Abu Dhabi are available starting from Dh95, with special package deals for groups.
