ADNOC Yas in Schools Announces Winners of the First-Ever Formula Ethara GP Challenge During Abu Dhabi Grand Prix Weekend
• Top 20 students were invited to compete at Yas Marina Circuit during the ADGP weekend
• Finalists built and raced their own Formula Ethara cars at the Yas in Schools Experience Centre.
• Top three students stood on the official Abu Dhabi Grand Prix podium and recognised by senior officials from ADNOC and Ethara.
Abu Dhabi, 8th December 2025: ADNOC Yas in Schools successfully concluded the first-ever Formula Ethara GP Challenge, celebrating creativity and innovation of young students from across the UAE during the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix weekend.
Following a strong response to the competition, the top 20 aspiring designers and engineers were invited to the Yas in Schools Experience Centre to take part in the live finals. During the event, students built, tested, and raced their own Formula Ethara cars, applying their design, and problem-solving skills in a real motorsport environment.
After an action-packed day at the Yas in Schools Experience Centre, the top three performers progressed to the final stage of the competition and were honored on the official Formula 1 podium at Yas Marina Circuit by senior ADNOC and Ethara officials.
The winner was Borja Sanz with Adam Sears and Dhanvasri Vallinavagam finishing in second and third place. As well as winning the competition, Borja also won tickets to watch Sunday’s season-finale.
The Formula Ethara GP Challenge continues the commitment of ADNOC Yas in Schools to inspire the next generation of engineers, designers, and innovators in the UAE by giving students hands-on experiences connected to the world of motorsport.
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