QATAR. Qatar Duty Free (QDF) has been named as founding partner for the MotoGP Qatar Airways Grand Prix of Qatar 2023.
The retailer is playing a pivotal role in supporting the world-renowned motorsport event, which will be hosted at the Lusail International Circuit on 17-19 November. This weekend marks the final MotoGP race of the season.
Under the terms of a three-year sponsorship agreement signed in September 2023, QDF was also officially assigned to support the Formula 1 Qatar Airways Qatar Grand Prix.
With this partnership, Qatar Duty free noted it is receiving prominent brand visibility throughout the racing venue and will benefit from vast global television brand exposure.
Qatar Duty Free Senior Vice President Thabet Musleh said: “We are proud to support the MotoGP Qatar Airways Grand Prix of Qatar, an elite motorsport event and a very valuable addition to Qatar’s sporting legacy. Our partnership with Lusail International Circuit took place this year, starting with Formula 1, which was undoubtedly a great success.
“We look forward to continuing this successful partnership in the upcoming years in which we will be fully committed to enhancing the fan experience at the Lusail International Circuit.”
Qatar Duty Free’s support of other sporting events this year include the Qatar Women’s Total Open and Qatar Men’s ExxonMobil Open tennis tournaments, and the Ooredoo Qatar Major Premier Padel Tournament. 
