Ferrari World Abu Dhabi To Host F1 In Schools World Finals 2014

The World’s Biggest School Competition Brings Young Racing Enthusiasts Back To The UAE Capital

Ferrari World Abu Dhabi is set to host the F1 in Schools World Finals in October next year. The announcement was made at the 2013 World Finals held in Austin, Texas last week.

The F1 in Schools World Finals 2014 will bring students from more than 40 countries to the UAE capital for the second time in a combined display of talent ahead of a blistering final showdown where the winning teams will be crowned.

Mike Oswald, General Manager of Ferrari World Abu Dhabi, commented, "We are looking forward to hosting the F1 in Schools World Finals 2014. Last year, we were able to witness the passion, creativity and engineering excellence displayed by the schools first-hand and we were amazed at the dedication shown by the teams."

The international educational initiative aims to help change perceptions of Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) by creating a fun and challenging learning environment for young people to develop technical skills and spark their interest in pursuing careers in engineering, science, and technology.

"At Ferrari World Abu Dhabi, we believe education across the core STEM subjects is integral to the future of the UAE and we actively develop partnerships to encourage and ignite passion in students for this particular area," continued Oswald.

Andrew Denford, Founder and Chairman, F1 in Schools, said: "It’s great to be heading back to Ferrari World Abu Dhabi! It feels like the natural home for F1 in Schools giving the students the thrill of the F1 inspired rides and attractions in the park alongside the excitement of our competition. The World Finals teams loved it in 2012 and next year’s event will also allow the students to experience the newly opened water park during their day off. We will also be giving all students and guests access to the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix which follows on immediately after our Gala dinner awards celebrations. We already have country registrations for what will definitely be our biggest event ever!"

Student teams participating in F1 in Schools will race miniature cars that they have self-designed and manufactured, in a series of competitive track competitions. Epitomising the passion and drive for excellence that its legendary brand Ferrari stands for, Ferrari World Abu Dhabi is the ideal location for the students to experience the excitement of the challenge.

The F1 in Schools competition has grown year on year since its birth in 2000, and has successfully proven to be an excellent outlet for young talent and in helping students realise their hidden potential while also participating in the initiative.

Emirate:  Abu Dhabi

Date: Nov 20, 2013

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