Rally Jameel, the prominent navigational rally for women in the region, concluded its third edition on International Women’s Day in King Abdullah Economic City (KAEC) in Rabigh. Ewelina Chlebowska, the Polish driver, and her German co-driver Hanna Riehle of Team Sandstorm Express secured the first-place position for the second consecutive year.
Following closely, Saudi driver Maha Al Hamali and American co-driver Eleanor Coker of Team Obiyya claimed the second position, with British driver Catherine Munnings and Swedish co-driver Catalina Floberg of Team Altawkilat securing third place.
The rally, organized by Jameel Motorsport and supported by the FIA Women in Motorsport and the Saudi Automobile and Motorcycle Federation (SAMF), saw record global participation with 110 drivers and co-drivers from 36 countries. Covering a distance of 1600 km through Saudi Arabia’s picturesque cities, the rally started in Ha’il, passing through AlUla, Umluj, Yanbu, and concluding in King Abdullah Economic City (KAEC) in Rabigh.
International participation in the event included auto federations and companies such as The Swedish Automobile Sports Federation, Motorsport Ireland, the China Hanwei Motorsport team, and Toyota Gazoo Racing Jordan. This underlines Rally Jameel’s commitment to empowering women in motorsports and aligns with Saudi Arabia's Vision 2030 to promote adventure tourism.
Munir Khoja, Managing Director of Marketing Communications at Abdul Latif Jameel Motors, expressed congratulations to all participants, highlighting Rally Jameel's global appeal and dedication to cultivating an engaging motorsport experience for women. Ewelina Chlebowska, the Polish winner from Team Sandstorm Express, expressed gratitude for the support and teamwork that led to their victory, emphasizing the importance of perseverance and collaboration in motorsports.
