His Highness Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Representative of His Majesty the King for Humanitarian Work and Youth Affairs, today awarded the Formula 1 Gulf Air Bahrain Grand Prix 2022 podium finishers, the champion, Charles Leclerc of Scuderia Ferrari, the runner up, Carlos Sainz Jr of Scuderia Ferrari, and in third place, Sir Lewis Hamilton of Mercedes-AMG Petronas.
HH Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad presented awards to the drivers at a formal ceremony that marked the end of the 18th edition of the Bahrain Grand Prix, the first race in the 2022 Formula 1 calendar.
Reflecting on this year’s race, HH Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad commented that it represents a special moment for Bahrain to welcome so many in-person international spectators to Formula 1.
His Highness noted that Team Bahrain’s efforts have underpinned the growth of motorsports in the Kingdom, one of many achievements that are part of Bahrain’s comprehensive development, a series of investments and initiatives led by His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa.
His Highness Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad emphasised that HRH Prince Salman bin Hamad’s leadership has made the Kingdom a global destination for sporting events.
HH Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad highlighted the Kingdom’s successful management and organisation of international motorsport races. In this regard, His Highness thanked all those involved with organising such a successful race.
