Abu Dhabi Desert Challenge

The Abu Dhabi Desert Challenge is an international rally raid event held in the United Arab Emirates since 1991. The event takes participants through the Rub Al-Khali, also known as the Empty Quarter, a vast sand desert with demanding terrain. The course consists of multiple stages that lead through remote desert regions and is open to cars, motorcycles, and trucks. The Abu Dhabi Desert Challenge is part of the FIA World Rally-Raid Championship and is considered one of the most challenging motorsport events in the world. The next event here is Rallye Dakar / W2RC - Abu Dhabi Desert Challenge on Sunday, 22 November 2026. Here you will find all upcoming races in Abu Dhabi with schedule and broadcast, plus the previous winners.