Riyadh, June 30, 2026: Wallan Trading Company, the official partner of Lotus in Saudi Arabia, has honored Saudi racing driver and Lotus brand ambassador Abdulaziz Alfudaili following his outstanding victory in the Street Cars category at Motor Mania Europe 2026.
The recognition ceremony brought together Wallan executives, media representatives, Lotus customers, and motorsport enthusiasts to celebrate a milestone that highlights the growing presence of Saudi talent in international motorsport.
Driving a Lotus Emira, Alfudaili delivered a flawless championship campaign by winning all four rounds of the competition. The championship was held from May 25 to June 5, 2026, across four of Europe’s most iconic racing circuits, including Spa-Francorchamps in Belgium, Nürburgring and Hockenheim in Germany, and Salzburgring in Austria. Competing against an impressive field of high-performance sports cars, he secured the highest overall points to claim the Street Cars championship title.
The victory also marks a significant milestone for Lotus and Wallan Trading Company, representing the brand’s first official participation in the Motor Mania Europe Championship. The result demonstrates the performance capabilities of the Lotus Emira while reinforcing Lotus’ growing presence in international motorsport.
Commenting on the achievement, Fahad bin Saad Wallan, Chairman of Wallan Holding Company, said:
“We are proud to honor Abdulaziz Alfudaili for this remarkable achievement, which reflects the talent, determination, and capability of Saudi youth to compete at the highest international levels. His success at Motor Mania is a source of pride for us all and confirms that national talent can achieve exceptional results when provided with a supportive environment and strong strategic partnerships.”
Alfudaili expressed his appreciation for the recognition, describing the championship as the result of dedicated preparation and continuous support from Wallan Trading Company and Lotus. He said competing on some of Europe’s most prestigious circuits was a valuable experience that strengthened his skills and further established his presence on the international motorsport stage.
Since becoming Lotus’ strategic partner in Saudi Arabia in 2024, Wallan Trading Company has continued to expand the British performance brand’s presence across the Kingdom. The company is introducing the latest Lotus models and advanced automotive technologies while delivering a premium ownership experience built on the brand’s legacy of engineering excellence and performance.
Shady Bakry, Managing Director of Lotus at Wallan Trading Company, said:
“Lotus embodies the values of passion, innovation, and the relentless pursuit of excellence, values that Alfudaili demonstrated throughout his championship journey. This victory is an important milestone for both Lotus and Wallan Trading Company. It highlights the capabilities of Lotus vehicles in a highly competitive environment while reflecting the success of our strategy to strengthen the brand’s presence in Saudi Arabia and support national talent.”
Saudi Arabia continues to be one of Lotus’ most important strategic markets in the region, supported by the rapid growth of the Kingdom’s luxury automotive and motorsport sectors. Alfudaili’s championship victory reflects Wallan Trading Company’s ongoing commitment to developing Saudi talent and creating opportunities for local athletes to compete on the global stage. The achievement also highlights the continued growth of motorsport in the Kingdom and aligns with the ambitions of Saudi Vision 2030 to nurture world-class sporting excellence.
