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QATAR INTERNATIONAL ROADRACING CHAMPIONSHIP 2008General Rules and Regulations

GENERAL REGULATIONSPage 1/44CHAPTER I. ORGANISATION 2Art. 1. DEFINITION 2Art. 2. SECRETARY OF THE ORGANISATION 2Art. 3. OFFICIALS 3Art. 4. MOTORCYCLES ADMITTED 4Art. 5. LICENCES 4Art. 6. REGISTRATIONS, RIGHTS AND INSURANCE POLICIES, ADVERTISING 4Art. 7. MODIFICATIONS TO THE REGULATIONS 6Art. 8. APPLICATION AND INTERPRETATION OF THE REGULATIONS 6CHAPTER II. THE EVENT PROCEDURES 7Art. 9. PROGRAMME – TIMETABLE 7Art. 10. MOTORCYCLISTS’ RESPONSIBILITIES 7Art. 11. BEHAVIOUR / SELF-DISCIPLINE 7Art. 12. MAXIMUM NUMBER OF MOTORCYCLES 7Art. 13. TECHNICAL AND SPORTING VERIFICATIONS 7Art. 14. TIMED TRAINING SESSIONS 8Art. 15. RACES. TYPES 9Art. 16. STARTING GRIDS. STARTS. FINISHES 9Art. 17. TEMPORARY RACE STOPPAGES 12Art. 18. MONITORING THE TRACK 13Art. 19. MOTORCYCLISTS’ MEETING (BRIEFING) 15Art. 20. PENALTIES 15Art. 21. COMPLAINTS. APPEALS 15Art. 22. SCORING AND TROPHIES. PRIZES 15Art. 23. RESULTS TO BE TAKEN INTO ACCOUNT 17Art. 24. SUMMARY OF THE PENALTIES 17Art. 25. BEHAVIOUR DURING THE EVENT AND RETIREMENTS 17Art. 26. SCHEDULE 18CHAPTER III. TECHNICAL REGULATIONS 19Art. 27. APPLICABLE TECHNICAL STANDARDS 19Art. 28. AUTHORISED AND PROHIBITED MODIFICATIONS 19Art. 29. SAFETY STANDARDS APPLYING TO THE MOTORCYCLES 20Art. 30. SAFETY STANDARDS APPLYING TO ALL THE MOTORCYCLISTS 21CHAPTER IV APPENDIX 22Appendix 1- Schedule 22Appendix 2- QIRRCH 2008 Calendar 23Appendix 3- Passes 24Appendix 4- Paddock 28LIC_Sport_Department_2008 General_Regulations_QIRRCH2008_v3 20/01/2008

CHAPTER I - ORGANISATIONPage 2/44Art. 1. -DefinitionQATAR MOTOR AND MOTORCYCLE FEDERATION presents the QATARINTERNATIONAL ROAD RACING CHAMPIONSHIP. This Championship will becomposed by six events and the points obtained on each race will count towards the QatarInternational Road Racing Championship.Every event will take place in accordance with the Sporting Code and Regulationsestablished by the QMMF and FIM for road racing whenever they are applicable, as well asthis particular Regulation and its appendices.The meeting number is IMN: 000/00All the events will be held at the Losail International Circuit, which is 5.380 metres long. Thecompetitors will race in a clockwise direction.The company providing the tird party liability insurance cover is:Doha Insurance Company, PO Box 7171, Doha, State of QatarPolicy Number:Art. 2. -Secretariat of the OrganisationBefore and after the meetings, the Secretary of the Organisation can be located at the addressshown below:Qatar Motor and Motorcycle FederationSalwa Road, 24 - POBOX 8708- Doha- State of QatarTel: +974 43 79 884 - Fax: +974 43 79 799 / +974 73 79 761During the events, the secretariat of the meeting will be located at the address shown below:Losail International CircuitNorth Relief Road, Area NR70 East Al-WusailPO Box 4611 – Doha – State of QatarPhone / Tel. +974 472 9151 – Fax + 974 472 9246LIC_Sport_Department_2008 General_Regulations_QIRRCH2008_v3 20/01/2008

Art. 3. -OfficialsPage 3/44QMMF President & Losail International Circuit General ManagerJury President, Chairman of the event.Mr. Nasser Khalifa Al-AttiyahQMMF General Secretary, Jury MemberMr. Nasser Obeid Al-AttiyaClerk of the CourseMrs. Tamara MatkoSecretary of the Meeting(TBA)Chief ScruteeneringMr. Clive JacobsenTimekeepersMr. Danielle TagliabueMr. Fasial MoideenChief Medical OfficerDr. Tristan EvelyEnvironment StewardMr. Sultan Al MuraikhiLIC Assistant General Manager, Event ManagerMr. Salim CharabatiLogisticMr. Mawia ZiadahAssistant to the Chairman of the EventMrs. Marielou CruzThe location of the office of the Officials will be at the second floor of the control towerLosail International CircuitSecurity ManagerOperations ManagerPaddock ManagerNational Press OfficerInternational Press OfficeBusiness DevelopmentMr. Karl-Heinz HolzMr. Imran KhanMr. Abdul AdamMr. Magdi ZahranMrs. Neus RamosMr. Albert BellidoThe President and the members of the jury are responsible for ensuring that the event isconducted according the regulations.The Jury President is responsible for the supervision of all aspects of safety. All the membersof the Jury have one vote. Decisions are based on a simple majority. In the case of a tie, thenthe President will exercise a casting vote.The Clek of the Course is responsible for:− Ensuring that the circuit is suitably prepared for and maintained during the meetingsand that all legal requirements applicable for the running of the event have beencomplied with.− Ensuring that all officials and services are in place.− Taking decisions to ensure the smooth and efficient running of the event.− Ensuring that the event is run within the regulations− Notification of protests to the Jury− The control of practice and the race, adherence to the timetable and, if it necessary,the making of any proposal to the Jury to modify the timetable in accordance with theRegulations.− The stopping of practice or the race in accordance with the regulations if he deems itunsafe to continue and ensuring that the correct restart procedure is carried out.− The starting procedure− The use of medical cars/fast interventions vehicles.LIC_Sport_Department_2008 General_Regulations_QIRRCH2008_v3 20/01/2008

Art. 4. -Motorcycles admittedPage 4/444.1. The following types of motorcycles will be eligible for participation: 4-stroke productionwhose cubic capacity ranges from 501 cc. to 1,200 cc., and these will be classified into twogroups on the basis of their cubic capacity:- Supersport: Up to 600 cc 4 cylindersUp to 750 cc 2 cylinders- Superbikes: More than 600 cc4.2. 2-stroke production motorcycles or Grand Prix type will be excluded from thiscompetition.Art. 5. -Licences5.1. - In view of the international nature of the Championship, the following will be permittedto take part:- Motorcyclists with a Road Racing National Licence that has been issued by Qatar Motorand Motorcycle Federation, as long as it is valid for the current year.- Motorcyclists who have a Regional Licence issued by a Federation under the FIM, thathas been issued by the Regional Federation, and as long as it is valid for the current year.- In all cases, participants of the Qatar International Road Racing Championship should beover 16 years old to obtain a license and consequently to participate in the Championship.5.2. - Motorcyclists with an FIM “Grand Prix” licence will not be allowed to take part.Art. 6. -Registrations, rights and insurance policies, advertising.6.1. All those who wish to take part in the Championship must properly complete theregistration form and send it to the Secretary of the event, before the January 27 th, 2008.Registration rights:CATEGORY ONE EVENT THE WHOLECHAMPIONSHIPSupersport 500 QRS 1800 QRSSuperbikes 500 QRS 1800 QRSRegistration for an event AFTER THE DEADLINE will be permitted until theadministrative verifications have been completed, as long as there are vacant places.An extra fee of 600 QRS will be charged for each one of the Groups for registering AFTERTHE DEADLINE.The organisation will provide the facilities against a security deposit of 1000 QRS(which will be refunded after the race less possible fines and/or damages (pit boxes,track, burn out, etc.)The maximum number of motorcycles to be admitted will be 36 for Supersport.The maximum number of motorcycles to be admitted will be 36 for Superbikes.LIC_Sport_Department_2008 General_Regulations_QIRRCH2008_v3 20/01/2008

Page 5/446.2. The mere fact that participating motorcyclists sign the registration form means that theyare subject to the sporting powers and jurisdiction that are recognised and accepted by theQMMF and FIM, as well as the FIM Disciplinary and Arbitration Code, and also theprovisions that are contained in these Regulations.6.3. The Organiser reserves the right to reject the registration of any participant(FIM Sporting Code).6.4. The application will not be accepted if it is not totally completed and accompanied by theregistration rights.6.5. Participants under the age of 18 years old should submit autorisation letter signed byparents or tutor in order to be registered in the Championship.6.6. Where possible, the Organiser will allocate every motorcycle that is registered for theevent with a number that will be valid for the whole season6.7. The background colours for the plate will be as follows:SUPERSPORT:SUPERBIKES:WHITE background and BLACK numbers.YELLOW background and BLACK numbers.6.8. Advertising and numbers for the competitionThe Organiser will supply the adhesive backgrounds with the compulsory advertisingtogether with the numbers for the competition, and these must be correctly put in place whenthe technical verifications are presented (on the front and both sides of the motorcycle); it isexpressly forbidden to cut them off unless the Organiser has given written authorisation to doso.They must remain in place during the training sessions and during the race. It is theCompetitor’s responsibility to put them in place.Any competitor who fails to comply with this standard may not be authorised to take part inthe training sessions and/or the race. The removal of any advertising material that is handedover by the organization could lead to the times obtained at the training sessions not beingtaken into account, or exclusion from the placings, at the Jury discretion.6.8.1 The leading 10 motorcyclists qualified in any FIM International event in 2007 WILLNOT BE ALLOWED TO TAKE PART IN ANY OF THE EVENTS FOR THE QATARINTERNATIONAL ROAD RACING CHAMPIONSHIP.6.9. A competition will only be held if there are a minimum of 15 motorcyclists registered forthe category in question when the registration deadline is reached, in accordance withArticles 6.1 and 6.4 of these Regulations.LIC_Sport_Department_2008 General_Regulations_QIRRCH2008_v3 20/01/2008

Art. 7. - Modifications to the Regulation. Appendices.Page 6/44The Organiser and the Competition Jury reserve the right to modify the provisions that arecontained in these Regulations depending on circumstances and any cases that might arise.The participants will be informed as soon as possible.Information about any modifications that might be made or supplementary provisions thatmight be added will be given in the form of dated and numbered appendices, which willcome to form an essential part of these Regulations; these appendices will be put on thenotice board that is located in the event Secretary’s office.Art. 8. - Application and interpretation of the Regulation.8.1. In compliance with the C.D.I. issued by the FIM, the Clerk of the Course is the personwho is responsible for applying these Regulations and their provisions throughout the courseof the event.However, the Jury must be informed about any major decision that is taken when applyingthe general or specific event regulations.8.2. Any disloyal, incorrect or fraudulent acts committed by the Participants or their teammembers will be judged by the Jury, who will apply the FIM Disciplinary and ArbitrationCode.LIC_Sport_Department_2008 General_Regulations_QIRRCH2008_v3 20/01/2008

CHAPTER II. THE EVENT PROCEDURESPage 7/44Art. 9. - Programme - Timetable.Appendix I shows the basic programme–timetable for all the Championship events, and thisis subject to modification at the discretion of the Organiser.Art. 10. - Responsibilities of the motorcyclists.10.1. The participant is the only person responsible for all those referred to in his registration,and all persons must adhere to the rules and regulations.Art. 11. - Behaviour / Self-Discipline.The QIRRC Regulations and FIM Sporting Code will be applied where the behaviour of themotorcyclists during the event is concerned, without this affecting any other standards thatmight be supplementary to them.Riding a competition motorcycle in the PADDOCK at an unacceptable speed is prohibited, soservicing and warming up the machines must be carried out when the motorcycle is stationaryand in the place (pits) to which they have been allocated. Any failure to comply with thisstandard will be a reason for exclusion.The maximum permitted speed in the Pit Lane is 60 Km/h.Art. 12. - Maximum number of motorcycles.The maximum number of motorcycles authorised to take part in the race is 36. The maximumnumber authorised to take part in the timed training sessions could be up to 20% more, that isto say, 44 motorcycles, but only qualifying a number up to 36 for the races.Art. 13. - Technical and sporting verifications.13.1. All the teams taking part must submit their motorcycles at the verifications that areenvisaged in the event’s programme.The Organizer may either refuse to allow any motorcycles to start if they do not comply, orallow a period of time for them to comply, if this is possible.The participants must make sure that the motorcycles comply with the rules and safetyconditions.The fact that a motorcycle is presented for a technical control is considered to be an implicitdeclaration of conformity with the rules and regulations of the QIRRCH 2008.13.2. The verifications that are carried out before the start will be of a general nature(controlling the licences, the manufacturer and model of motorcycle, essential safetyelements, noise, weight, etc.).LIC_Sport_Department_2008 General_Regulations_QIRRCH2008_v3 20/01/2008

Page 8/4413.3. The competition numbers must be put in place before the motorcycle is presented forthe technical verification. The background and the numbers shall be submitted in theadministrative verifications, this being the only format that is permitted.Three numbers, together with their respective backgrounds, will be given to each competitorwhich they must place at the front of motorcycle and on the rear sides of its frame.13.4. Any frauds that are detected, especially frauds that involve identifications that havebeen altered, will lead to the participant being excluded.13.5 An extra fee of 500 QRS will be charged for late scrutineering.Art. 14. - Timed training sessions.A minimum of 1 run of timed training sessions will be held, lasting a minimum of 15 minutesfor each cubic capacity group.A GREEN LIGHT will come on at the pits starting zone to indicate the start of the trainingsessions, and an acoustic warning will be heard.The chequered flag being waved at the finishing line will indicate that the training sessionshave come to an end. Passing the chequered flag more than once is not permitted.The Race Direction may temporarily stop the training sessions by showing a RED FLAG,and he may do this as many times as he thinks necessary.All the laps that are run during the timed qualifying training sessions will be timed toestablish the positions of the motorcyclists on the starting grid.Once the official training sessions have finished, it will no longer be permitted to go onto thetrack with the motorcycles entered for the race. Failure to comply with this standard will leadto the participant being excluded.To be entitled to a place on the starting grid, it will be necessary to have completed at least 3laps during the official training sessions.The Competition Jury may accept at the start motorcyclists who have not completed theminimum number of timed training sessions or motorcyclists who have not been able to takepart in them due to force majeure, as long as the maximum number of permittedmotorcyclists is not exceeded. However, such motorcyclists may only be allowed to take partunder the following conditions:a) As long as they do not eliminate any classified motorcyclist.b) As long as the motorcyclists offer a complete safety guarantee (familiarity with the circuit,etc.)LIC_Sport_Department_2008 General_Regulations_QIRRCH2008_v3 20/01/2008

Page 9/44Art. 15. - Races. Types.15.1. Training sessions and racesThe way the motorcyclists are arranged on the starting grids for the race will be based uponthe results from the timed training session runs. The races will have the number of laps thatare established in the Specific Regulation for the event.MAXIMUM QUALIFICATION CRITERIAThe Race Direction reserves the right to apply a maximum qualification criteria of 135% ofthe best qualification times in each category. This decision will only be taken by the RaceDirection in order to guarantee the safety of the fast and slow riders and the smooth runningof the races under this event.Art. 16. - Starting grids. Starts. Finishes.16.1. STARTING GRIDSAll the starting grids will be staggered taking the form of 4-4-4-4..., the Pole Position beingon the left-hand side.The order in which the motorcyclists will appear on the starting grid will be established onthe basis of the results obtained in the timed training sessions.In the event of training sessions times being identical, the next best times will be taken intoaccount to break the tie, and then the third, and so forth, until the tie is broken.16.2. STARTSThe starting procedure for the race will be with the starting light, motorcycle stationary andwith the engine running, as is described below:It will be possible to start the sighting lap within a time of 5 minutes. These five minutes willbe indicated at the end of the pits with cards showing 5, 4, 3, 2 and 1 minutes, andaccompanied by an horn. When these 5 minutes have elapsed, the start will be closed with ared light and a red flag.Any motorcyclists that arrive after the completion, will be allowed to position themselves onthe starting grid up to 5 minutes before the start of the warm-up lap. They must follow theinstructions given by the starting grid officials.The riders who are not positioned on the starting grid when the 5-minute panel is shown, maystart the warm-up lap from the pits following the instructions that are issued by the stewardswho are stationed there.If any motorcyclists decide to go into the pits after the reconnaissance lap, in order to carryout repairs or to change motorcycles, they may make their start for the warm-up lap from theLIC_Sport_Department_2008 General_Regulations_QIRRCH2008_v3 20/01/2008

Page 10/44end of the pits, following the instructions that are issued by the stewards who are stationedthere.As soon as the reconnaissance lap is completed and once the motorcyclists are in theirrespective positions on the starting grid, they may be helped by a maximum of 5 people.A starting grid official will be positioned level with each line to help the motorcyclists to findtheir exact places on the starting grid.Any work on the motorcycles must cease as soon as the 3-minute card is shown. After thiscard is shown, any motorcyclists who still need work to be done must move their motorcyclesto the pits, where they may carry on with any repairs until the 1-minute card is shown, afterwhich time they must start the warm-up lap.Refuelling, or taking on fuel using changing tanks is not permitted once the reconnaissancelap is completed.5 minutes before the start of the warm-up lap: a 5-minute panel will be presented on thestarting line.3 minutes before the start of the warm-up lap: a 3-minute panel will be presented on thestarting line.At these times everyone must leave the starting grid, except for two mechanics, the personwho is carrying the sunshade for each rider and the starting grid officials, who are absolutelyessential. Riders must wear the helmet. At this moment, nobody (except the accreditedOfficials) is authorised to return to the starting grid. The motorcycles must not be modified,repaired or touched in any way. At this moment, the tyre-heating devices must be removedfrom the machines that are positioned on the starting grid and at the exit from the pits, as wellas from the standby machines.1 minute before the start of the warm-up lap: a 1-minute panel will be shown on the startingline, pluse panel Engine On. When this panels are shown, everyone must leave the startinggrid under the control of the Officials, except for one mechanic per rider. This mechanic willhelp the motorcyclist to start up his motorcycle and will then leave the starting grid.30 seconds before the start of the warm-up lap: a 30-second panel will be shown on thestarting line. All the motorcyclists must occupy their respective positions on the starting gridwith the engines running. As from this time no external help is permitted. Any motorcyclistswho have not managed to start-up their motorcycles must leave the starting grid and go to thepits, where they will have a further opportunity to start up or change their motorcycles.These motorcyclists must start the warm-up lap from the pits.Warm-up lap (compulsory). The motorcyclists may start the warm-up lap line by line fromthe starting grid, following the instructions given by an Official, who, with green flag, willmove along the centre of the starting grid and throughout its length, starting from the first lineof the grid and finishing at the last line.LIC_Sport_Department_2008 General_Regulations_QIRRCH2008_v3 20/01/2008

Page 11/44The motorcyclists will begin the warm-up lap without any speed limits. The warm-up lap iscompulsory, and no motorcyclist who does not take part will be allowed on the starting gridfor the race itself.As soon as the motorcyclists have passed the end of the pits, those who are positioned at theexit from the pits may start the warm-up lap when the red light has changed to green. 15seconds later, the traffic light will go back to red and an Official with a red flag will close theexit from the pits.As soon as the warm-up lap is completed the motorcyclists will go to their respectivepositions on the starting grid with the front wheel of the motorcycle on the line that definestheir positions and with the engines running. An Official will be on the starting line, in thecentre of the track, holding a red flag.Any riders who have problems with their motorcycle during the warm-up lap must go to thepits to repair or change their motorcycles.Any motorcyclists whose engines cut out or who have any problems with their motorcyclesonce they are positioned on the starting grid must remain seated on their motorcycles andraise an arm. It is not permitted to delay the procedure for starting the race for any otherreasons than this mentioned above.When the rows on starting grid are being filled the officials will lower the panels that indicatethe line number. No panel shall be lowered for a line if any motorcyclist on that line has hisarm raised. As soon as all the panels have been lowered and the safety vehicle has finished itslap, an official who is located at the end of the starting grid will wave a green flag.The starting official will give the order for the official with the red flag on the starting line tomove to the side of the track.Any rider who “jumps the gun” or makes a false start will be penalised with ride throughpenalty. JUMPING THE GUN or MAKING A FALSE START is to be understood asmeaning when the motorcycle makes any MOVEMENT while the red lights are lit.The red light on the starting light will light up and during the course of the next 2 and 5seconds the red light will be disconnected, this being the starting instruction for the race.If a motorcycle engine cuts out after the start, the motorcyclist concerned will receive helpfrom the starting grid officials, who will push him along the track in an attempt to get hisengine started.If they are unsuccessful in starting up the engine after a reasonable time, the officials willpush the motorcycle up to the pits, where the mechanics may help him to get the enginestarted, or the motorcyclist may choose to change his motorcycle.After the start and once the motorcyclists have passed the end of the pits, those who are readyto begin the delayed start, may do so as soon as the official has lit the green light on thetraffic lights located at the exit from the pits.LIC_Sport_Department_2008 General_Regulations_QIRRCH2008_v3 20/01/2008

Page 12/44If there are any problems on the starting grid, which might affect the safety of this start, theofficial responsible for the start will show a panel bearing the words “DELAYED START”and light up a flashing yellow light. If this happens, the riders must stop their engines and onemechanic per rider will be authorised on the starting grid. The start procedure will beresumed with the 1-minute board, there will be a warm-up lap and one lap will be deductedfrom the race distance16.3. FINISHWhen the motorcyclist who is leading the race has completed the number of laps planned forthe race, he will be received with the chequered flag (black and white) on the track at thefinishing line. The chequered flag will remain raised until all the other motorcyclists havefinished.If for any other reason the finish signal is given before the leading motorcyclist hascompleted the planned number of laps, the race will be considered to have come to an endwhen the motorcyclist who is leading the race crosses the finish line for the last time beforethe finish signal is shown. If the finish signal is shown after the motorcyclist leading the racehas passed, the race will be considered to have finished at the planned moment.A motorcycle is considered to have been classified if it has completed 75 % of the number oflaps completed by the winner.16.4. RACES ON DRY OR WET SURFACES.All the races will be defined as “wet”, so no races will be interrupted owing to changes in theweather conditions.Art. 17. -Interruptions of the Race.Any interruption of the race will be indicated to all the participants by showing them a REDFLAG on the starting line and at all the control posts.This decision will be taken by the Cleark of the Course.If the results show that the motorcyclist leading the race and all the other motorcyclists whoare on the same lap as the leader, have completed less than three laps before the interruption,the race will be considered null and void and it may be restarted. If it is not possible to restartit, it will be declared null and void and will not be valid.If three or more laps have been completed by the leading motorcyclist but less than two thirdsof the total distance planned for the race have been completed rounding down to the wholenumber of laps, a new start will take place. The final result will be obtained by adding thetimes and the laps for the two races. If it is not possible to make the second start, the resultsof the first start will be considered valid.If more than two thirds of the total distance planned for the race have been completedrounding down to the whole number of laps, the race will be considered complete and all thepoints will be awarded.LIC_Sport_Department_2008 General_Regulations_QIRRCH2008_v3 20/01/2008

Page 13/44Art. 18. - Monitoring the track.During the training sessions and races, the information given to the participants by using theflags will be given in accordance with the FIM Sporting Code for road racing.Failure to observe or comply with this information or not knowing its content could lead topenalisation. The Jury, at the request of the Race Official, will be responsible for passingjudgement on the situations that could lead to these penalties, and will do so in accordancewith the scale of penalties stipulated in Article 2 of the FIM Disciplinary and ArbitrationCode.Failure to obey the yellow flag during the race will be penalised with Ride through penalty.Failure to obey the black flag during the race will lead to exclusion from the placings andmay be penalised with refusal to accept the infringing party’s registration for any subsequentRoad Racing Qatar International Championship.LIC_Sport_Department_2008 General_Regulations_QIRRCH2008_v3 20/01/2008

18.1- FlagsPage 14/44Green flag - Means the track is clear and riders may overtake. When the pit-laneexit is open, this flag must be waved at the pit-lane exit.Yellow flag - If being waved, it means danger immediately ahead. If stationary,it is used to reinforce the warning that caution is required ahead. Riders are notallowed to overtake while a yellow flag is being displayed. If a yellow flag isdisplayed at the starting grid of a race it means that the race start has beendelayed.Red flag - Will be shown if the race or practice session is interrupted. The redlights around the track will also be switched on. All riders on the track are toreturn to the pit-lane slowly. If a red flag is being shown at pit lane exit, ridersmay not exit the pit-lane.Blue flag - If shown stationary, it means a rider is coming up behind. If beingwaved it means that a rider behind is about to overtake. In racing conditions it isshown to a lapped rider, the lapped rider must allow the following rider toovertake at the earliest opportunity.Yellow & Red Striped flag - There is oil or another substance which is makingthe track slippery, does not refer to rain.White flag, diagonal red cross - 'Drops' of rain are on the section of the trackwhere it is shown.White flag, diagonal red cross shown with Yellow & Red Striped flag - Rain onthis section of trackBlack flag - Shown in conjunction with a rider's number means that the ridermust stop at the pits on the next lap and may not restart. The riders team must benotified prior to the flag being shown.Black flag with orange disk - The rider has a mechanical problem considereddangerous and must immediately leave the track.Black & White Chequered flag - Race or practice session is finished.LIC_Sport_Department_2008 General_Regulations_QIRRCH2008_v3 20/01/2008

Art. 19. - Motorcyclists’ meeting (BRIEFING)Page 15/44The organizer has the right to prepare an informative briefing that will be given for each oneof the categories for the first race of the Qatar Road Racing National Championship. Theplace and the time of this briefing will be published in the events programme.Each and every one of these motorcyclists will be personally informed about the place andtime of these important subsequent briefings.Failure to attend this briefing will lead to a discqualification from the next practice setion orrace. A waiver can be granted by the Race Direction.Art. 20. - Penalties.In accordance with the FIM Sporting Code, the Race Direction may apply not only thepenalties that are particularly envisaged in the Sporting Regulations but also any otherpenalties that are set in the FIM Disciplinary and Arbitration Code.They may also act in this way if demanded by the Clerk of the Course.Art. 21. -Complaints. Appeals21.1. Any complaints may be made in accordance with the stipulations contained in the FIMDisciplinary and Arbitration Code.21.2. Any complaints must be made in writing and sent to the Race Official or to the JuryPresident, accompanied by the legal guarantee established.For this season, the legal guarantee is set at 5000 QRS. If the complaint concerns a technicalmatter the legal guarantee will be 10000 QRS, unless it concerns a fuel control, in which casethe deposit will be 5000 QRS, for each one of the complaints lodged.Art. 22. - Scoring and Trophies. Prizes.22.1. A general placing system for awarding points will be established in the final race, usingthe following system:Points Points Points1 st 25 6 th 10 11 th 52 nd 20 7 th 9 12 th 43 rd 16 8 th 8 13 th 34 th 13 9 th 7 14 th 25 th 11 10 th 6 15 th 122.1.2 The motorcyclists who have classified to take part in the main race and finish in thefirst three positions are entitled to take part in the podium ceremony.22.2. The “trophy award ceremony” for the first three placings will take place immediatelyafter the end of the race.LIC_Sport_Department_2008 General_Regulations_QIRRCH2008_v3 20/01/2008

Page 16/4422.3. PRIZES: the following system will be used to award prizes for the final placings perevent:- For Supersport:1 st classified: 3000 QRS2 nd classified: 2000 QRS3 rd classified: 1500 QRS4 th classified: 1000 QRS5 th classified: 500 QRS6 th classified: 500 QRS7 th classified: 500 QRS8 th classified: 500 QRS9 th classified: 500 QRS10 th classified: 500 QRS- For Superbikes:1 st classified: 3000 QRS2 nd classified: 2000 QRS3 rd classified: 1500 QRS4 th classified: 1000 QRS5 th classified: 500 QRS6 th classified: 500 QRS7 th classified: 500 QRS8 th classified: 500 QRS9 th classified: 500 QRS10 th classified: 500 QRS22.4 PRIZES FOR THE CHAMPIONSHIP:- For Supersport:1 st classified: 50.000 QRS2 nd classified: 37.500 QRS3 rd classified: 25.000 QRS- For Superbikes:1 st classified: 50.000 QRS2 nd classified: 37.500 QRS3 rd classified: 25.000 QRSLIC_Sport_Department_2008 General_Regulations_QIRRCH2008_v3 20/01/2008

Art. 23. - Results to be taken into account.Page 17/44The final positions on the Qatar International Road Racing Championship will be determinedby adding the total number of points that are obtained in the races, taking all the results intoaccount.The participant who has obtained the highest number of points will be considered the winner.In the event of a tie in the number of points, the final positions will be decided on the basis ofthe number of best results in the races (number of first places, number of econd places, etc.)In the event that there is stillba tie then, the date in the Championships at which the highestplace was chieved will be taken into account with precedence going to the latest result.Art. 24. - Summary of penalties.REASONNot passing the technical InspectionDangerous driving in the pit laneDangerous driving in the Paddock“Jumping the gun” at the startExceeding the speed limit in the pit laneNon-regulation numbers on backsTraining out of the permitted timesPENALTYExclusion from the eventExclusion from the eventExclusion from the eventRide through360 QR during all practicesDuring the race Ride ThroughExclusion from the eventExclusion from the eventArt. 25. - Behaviour during the race. Retirements25.1. The riders must obey the instructions indicated by the flags, light or panels.25.2. The riders must behave in a responsible way that does not put at risk any othercompetitor or participant, both on the race track or in the pits. The speed limit in the pits is 60Km/h. The riders must invariably obey the instructions contained in the Sporting Regulations.25.3. The riders may only ride their motorcycles on the race track or in the pit area. If theyaccidentally go off the race track, they must return to it at the same point where they left it orat a place that does not give them any advantage or at a spot indicated by the officials. Anyinfringement during the training sessions will be penalised with the removal of the lap time inquestion. Any infringement during the race itself will be penalised with ride throught.25.4. If a rider intends to retire from the race, he must put his motorcycle in a zone where itdoes not constitute a hazard, and invariably following the instructions given by the officials.25.5. If a rider finds problems with his motorcycle and as a result he has to retire from thetraining sessions or the race, he must leave the track and put his motorcycle in a safe placefollowing the officials’ instructions, and he must never try to follow the race track in anattempt to reach the pit area.25.6. Riders who are riding slowly on the race track heading for the pit area must keep as faraway as possible from the ideal trajectory that is followed.25.7. Riders may enter the pit area while the race is taking place for repairs, tyre changes, etc.LIC_Sport_Department_2008 General_Regulations_QIRRCH2008_v3 20/01/2008

Page 18/44All these activities must be carried out on the pit area in their own pits.Refuelling is strictly prohibited.Work within the respective pits is allowed in the periods when a race has been temporarilycalled to a halt.25.8. Mechanics may help to start up the motorcycles in the pit area.25.9. Riders must not carry anyone else on their motorcycles.25.10. Riding motorcycles in the opposite direction to the direction the race is being run in, isstrictly prohibited, not only on the race track but also in the pit area, unless this is done onorders from an Official.25.11. No kind of signal may be made from a motorcycle that is running to any person orreceiver and vice versa, with the exception of the signals that are emitted for timing the race,those that are emitted from a television camera or the messages that, presented on a panel, areshown from the pits or of the rider’s body movements.25.12. Stopping on the race track during the training sessions and the race is strictlyprohibited.25.13. The start-up tests during the training sessions are only authorised on the accelerationlane leading away from the pits, and only if this does not constitute a hazard.Art. 26 – Schedule.The dates that have initially been set for the six events of the Qatar International Road RacingChampionship are included in the attached document.The Organiser reserves the right to modify the schedule in the event of force majeure.LIC_Sport_Department_2008 General_Regulations_QIRRCH2008_v3 20/01/2008

CHAPTER III. TECHNICAL REGULATIONSPage 19/44Art. 27. - Applicable technical standards.The following Articles in the FIM Technical Regulations will apply; they are listed below:2.1.1. - Introduction (Def. of motorcycle).2.1.3. - Freedom to construct.2.1.5. - Categories and groups.2.2.1. - Cubic capacity measurement.2.2.2.. - Supercharging.2.2.3. - Telemetry.2.2.4. - Motorcycle weight.2.2.5. - Description of the make.2.2.3. - General specifications.2.3.3. - Frame definition.2.3.4. - Starter device.2.3.5. - Chain guard.2.3.6. - Exhaust Pipes2.3.7. - Handlebar.2.3.8. - Handle grips.2.3.9. - Throttle.2.3.10. - Fuel pump.2.3.11. - Foot rest.2.3.12. - Brakes.2.3.13. - Mudguards and wheel protection.2.3.14. - Streamlining2.3.15. - Motorcycle angle and suspension.2.3.16. - Wheels and tyres.2.3.17. - Tyres exclusively for motorcycles.2.3.20. - Registration plates and numbers.2.10. - Fuel and oil tanks.These specifications are defining in nature and are generally fulfilled by any productionmotorcycle.Art. 28. Authorised and prohibited modifications.28. 1. NOISE: The noise levels shall not exceed 105 dB, as measured at an average pistonrate of 11 m/sec. The conditions under which the measurements are taken and the methodsused shall be as indicated in the FIM Technical Regulations.LIC_Sport_Department_2008 General_Regulations_QIRRCH2008_v3 20/01/2008

28.2. MINIMUM WEIGHTSPage 20/44Minimum weight will be:- Supersport: 600 cc 4 cylinder 158 kg750 cc 2 cylinder 166 kg- Superbike: 1000 cc 4 cylinder 165 kg1000 cc 3 cylinder 165 kg1000 cc 2 cylinder 165 kg28. 3. PETROL: Only the use of commercial unleaded petrol is authorised.28. 4. TYRES: Slick tyres are authorized.In case of rain and considering that all the races are always declared wet according to thearticle 16.4, the use of rain tires is permitted, considering rain tires, any model from anymanufacturer that is specifically sold for rain purpose. For the avoidance of doubt, the use ofrain tires is allowed no matter if the use of that specific tire is permitted for highway use orcircuit use.Art.28.5. None of the following elements or characteristics of the motorcycles may bechanged:ENGINE. The number of cylinders, the piston stroke, the cylinder block and the head must beretained. The production frame to be kept.CARBURATION. The fuel injection system must be conserved, as well as the air intakecontrol devices and the number of injectors or sprinklers.CYCLE, SUSPENSION. The frame and the securing points for the suspension must be as inthe original.TRANSMISSION. The type of clutch ( single disc, oil lubricated, etc. ) can be modified.Launching or traction control is not allowed if not included in the production bike.QUICK SHIFTINGQuick shifting devices are allowed in the Superbikes category.According to the NEW FIM Technical regulations 2008, Quick shifting devices are allowedin Supersport category.This is also applicable to the QIRRCH.Art. 29. Safety standards applying to motorcycles.29.1. The motorcycle must necessarily be equipped with a circuit breaker or stop buttonwithin the reach of the motorcyclist’s hands when they are on the hand grips on thehandlebars.LIC_Sport_Department_2008 General_Regulations_QIRRCH2008_v3 20/01/2008

Page 21/4429.2. The following items must be removed: the side and/or central kickstand or prop stand,the passenger footrest, the luggage rack, the rear-view mirrors, the lamps and the protectivebars.29.3. All the plugs for emptying and filling the greasing circuit, oil filter/s and filters for thehydraulic brake circuit should be sealed with security wire (recommended).29.4. The original sump and tank ventilation systems, etc. must be kept : no free exhaust ispermitted.29.5. Only water is authorised as a cooling element, no additives may be used.29.6. The handlebars, footrests and exhaust pipes shall all comply with the standardsestablished by the FIM for the purpose for high-speed motorcycles.Art. 30. Safety standards that apply to motorcyclists.The motorcyclists’ equipment (overalls, boots, helmets and gloves) shall comply with theprovisions contained in the FIM Technical Regulations for Road Racing.These General Regulations were submitted to the Sports Committee of the Qatar Motorand Motorcycle Federation.Once this was reviewed, the Chairman of the aforementioned Committee stated that thearticles contained therein meet the Sporting Codes of the FIM.LIC_Sport_Department_2008 General_Regulations_QIRRCH2008_v3 20/01/2008

Page 22/44CHAPTER IV APPENDIXAppendix 1- SCHEDULEFriday14:00 - 16:00Administrative VerificationsTechnical Verifications & AttachingtranspondersPit Box 0Saturday7:00 - 8:30Administrative VerificationsTechnical VerificationsAttaching transpondersPit Box 08:30 - 9:00 Riders Briefing Press Conference Room10:05 - 10:25 Free Practice SSP10:40 - 11:00 Free Practice SBK11:50 - 12:10 Qualifying Practice SSP12:25 - 12:45 Qualifying Practice SBKLUNCH BREAK14:45 RACE SSP (15 Laps)15:45 RACE SBK (15 laps)These times are subject to modificationLIC_Sport_Department_2008 General_Regulations_QIRRCH2008_v3 20/01/2008

Page 23/44Appendix 2- QIRRCH 2008 CalendarRACE 1 SBK February, 9 thSSPRACE 2 SBK, February, 23 rdSBK World Championship Support RaceRACE 3 SBK March, 15 thSSPRACE 4 SBK April, 5 thSSPRACE 5 SBK April, 26 thSSPRACE 6 SBK September, 20 thSSPThis calendar is subject to modificationLIC_Sport_Department_2008 General_Regulations_QIRRCH2008_v3 20/01/2008

Page 24/44Appendix 3- QIRCC Pass System• Personal Passes:‣ Pit-Lane Pass ( permanent pass, valid for all races )• Gives access to : Paddock Service Road Pit Lane Signalling wall Starting Grid Public Area, Main Grandstand• Used by : Riders, teamchef, mechanics LIC – Staff, QMMF - Staff‣ Grid Pass ( permanent pass, valid for all races )• Gives access to : Paddock Service Road, inside of the official Shuttle service Starting Grid Public Area, Main Grandstand• Used by : Guests of the riders‣ Guest Pass ( permanent or one event passes )• Gives access to : Paddock Service Road, inside of the official Shuttle service Public Area, Main Grandstand• Used by : Guests of riders, LIC Staff, …‣ Media Pass: (permanent or one event passes)• Gives access to: Paddock Service Road, inside of the official Shuttle service Public Area, Main Grandstand Media Center• Used by: Accreditated Photographers, Journalists.LIC_Sport_Department_2008 General_Regulations_QIRRCH2008_v3 20/01/2008

• Media :Page 25/44Media Accreditation form requested to QMMF, info@qmmf.com‣ Media Vest ( for one event, deposit to pay : 100 QR )• Gives access to : Paddock Service Road Pit Lane Signalling Wall Starting Grid Media Center• Used by : Accreditated Media Staff• Vehicle Passes:‣ Parking Hanger P1 ( permanent pass, valid for all races )• Gives access to : Parking Area P1, next the restaurant• Used by : Teamchef, riders and mechanics This Pass is valid for all 6 races‣ Sticker P1 ( one event pass, valid only for the race, signed out on the pass )• Gives access to : Parking Area P1, next the restaurant• Used by : Guests‣ Official Parking Hanger ( permanent pass, valid for all races )• Gives access to : Official Parking in front of the tower• Used by : QMMF – Staff, LIC – Staff Guests 4 th , 5 th floor‣ LIC - Staff Parking Hanger ( permanent pass, valid for all races )• Gives access to : LIC – Staff parking Area• Used by : Workers of Losail International Circuit‣ Delivery Hanger : (permanent pass, valid for all races )• Gives access to the paddock for delivery proposes Vehicle can be in the paddock for 20 minutesLIC_Sport_Department_2008 General_Regulations_QIRRCH2008_v3 20/01/2008

• Used by : Teams, LIC‣ Scooter Sticker ( permanent pass, valid for all races )• Gives access to : Paddock Service Road• Used by : Teams, LIC‣ Service Road Sticker ( permanent pass, valid for all races )• Gives access to : Circuit Service Road• Used by : LIC, food delivery• Stickers :Page 26/44• Quantity :‣ Media :• Gives access to : media center‣ Every team and rider will receive following number of passes :• Team :• 6 Pit Lane Passes• 3 P1 Hanger• 1 Delivery Hanger• 1 Scooter Sticker• Rider :• 2 Pit Lane Passes• 2 P1 Hanger• 5 Grid Passes• 10 Guest Passes• 15 P1 stickers per each event‣ Journalists, Photographers will receive following number of passes :• 1 Guest Pass (with M – sticker )• 1 P1 sticker• 1 Media Vest ( when accreditated in press office )LIC_Sport_Department_2008 General_Regulations_QIRRCH2008_v3 20/01/2008

• Pass Conditions:Page 27/44 QMMF is the owner of the pass and has right to withdraw it any time without previousnotice With the issue of the pass, the passholder accepts the rules of LIC and is following theinstructions of the LIC – Staff to stay in the designated areas Lost passes will not be replaced ! Only Pit Lane Passes can be in Race Control and Tower. All Pit Lane Passes given to the teams and rides will have the team or rider name on theback. Guests can use the Service Road shuttle. Passes need to be worn around the neck all day. Media – Vest needs to be worn all day. QIRRCH Pass System is not valid during WSBK – Race ( 19 th – 23 rd feb. 08 )LIC_Sport_Department_2008 General_Regulations_QIRRCH2008_v3 20/01/2008

Page 28/44Appendix 4Paddock InformationPackage for the Teams2008IndexLIC_Sport_Department_2008 General_Regulations_QIRRCH2008_v3 20/01/2008

Page 29/44Index Page 28Introduction. The country Page 29Visa Application. How to get there? Qatar Airways Page 30Embassies Page 31General Data. Seasonal Weather Averages in Doha Page 32The Arabian Peninsula. The Circuit (Aerial view) Page 33Doha Map Page 34The Circuit (General Layout), Track data. Circuit General Information Page 35Paddock Information Page 36How to send freight? Page 40Where to stay? Page 41Restaurants Page 42Car rentals companies in Doha Page 43LIC_Sport_Department_2008 General_Regulations_QIRRCH2008_v3 20/01/2008

IntroductionPage 30/44The country and the circuit are young but with a wide international view. Because of its locationand climate, Qatar is a perfect place to develop all sort of international events fromOctober to May.There are different championships organized at Qatar: MotoGP, Superbikes, FIM EnduranceWorld Championship, Qatar International Rally (FIA Middle-East Rally Championship), BajaQatar (FIA European Cross-Country Cup for Bajas), Losail Cup and other events to be confirmedin the near future. Losail International Circuit is officially approved by the FIM and FIA.Qatar and the Staff of Losail International Circuit are waiting to welcome you and offer ourhospitality and services. We are sure that you will repeat the experience.For further information or inquiries, please do not hesitate to contact us:The CountryAl Wusail, North Relief RoadPO BOX: 4611 Doha,State of QatarTel: + 974 472 8647Fax: +974 4729 246Small in size (one third of the size of Belgium), Qatar is enormous in value. It has achievedwithin decades what other countries take centuries to accomplish. Its citizens embrace thefuture with unswerving optimism and enviable potential. Hospitable, generous and kind,Qatari's make visitors to their country feel very welcome. Qatar is an ideal family locationand a very safe place to visit, live and work. Standards of living are high as the infrastructurecontinues to develop rapidly. Now more than ever, Qatar is ripe for discovery by touristsfrom all over the world.Situated halfway up the western shore of the Arabian Gulf, Qatar is almost completely surroundedby sea. It borders Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates in the south and Bahrainin the northwest. Well-preserved natural and historical sites, coupled with top-calibrebusiness, sports, dining, shopping and accommodation facilities, render Qatar the perfectgateway to the Arabian Gulf.The commercial and administrative centre, Doha, hosts the international airport, seaport,hotels, and sports facilities. Doha is built around a beautiful bay, along which there is a 7 kmlong corniche lined with lush gardens. Palm Tree Island beckons from the centre of the bay.Today, Doha's cosmopolitan spirit strikes a perfect balance with its rich cultural and religiousheritage.Qatar's economy is very strong, due to its abundance of oil and natural gas reserves. Thismeans that there is significant ongoing investment being made into the local infrastructure tosupport high standards of living and the successful development of tourism.Qatar has a desert climate of hot summers and relatively warm winters. In the summer, thetemperature ranges between 25 and 46 degrees centigrade. Rainfall in the winter is minimaland on average does not exceed 75.2mm, per year.LIC_Sport_Department_2008 General_Regulations_QIRRCH2008_v3 20/01/2008

Page 31/44The Qataris are descended through ancient Arabian lines of kinship. This is due to the country'sgeographical location and proximity to the Arabian Peninsula, on one hand, and to theclose historical heritage, which the State shares with the rest of the States of the Arabian Peninsula,on the other. The present population is estimated at 800,000 inhabitants most of whomreside in Doha, the capital city.In spite of the changes that took place in the world oil market in 1991 as a result of the conditionsthat prevailed in 1990, notably the Gulf crisis; the disintegration of the Soviet Union, increasedconcern over environment protection, and continued effort by industrial nations torationalize energy consumption, Qatar's national economy has once again lent proof to thevitality and soundness of its basic structure and ability to stand firm in the face of an unstableworld economy. Qatari oil has been the main source of national income.Since the inauguration of the new oil refinery in 1983 the country has realized self sufficiencyin oil products. It is worth mentioning that Qatar has one of the world's three largest gas reservesand LNG export began at the end of the 1996. However, the State has not confined itsaspirations just to that. It has been following a policy based on the principle of diversifying thesources of national income through expanding industrial and agricultural production bases,developing human resources, assigning a bigger role to the private sector, working to realizea surplus in the balance of payments by increasing exports and decreasing imports, and reducingthe State's national budget deficit by applying necessary financial and monetarypolicies and corrective programs in order to achieve reasonable growth rates.Today, a number of international companies and agencies have begun opening branchesin Qatar, aware that it is a profitable and efficient place for their products. Therefore, wecould say that the State of Qatar plays an interesting role in the world business economy andespecially in the Gulf Market.Visa Application.All non-GCC citizens require a visa to enter Qatar.A link on our webpage will direct you to the Qatar Ministry of Interior, where you may submitan application to be processed. The link is NOT always activated, only for major events.Only the 33 nationalities listed on the E-Government page: www.e.gov.qa are able to processtheir Visas upon arrival. However, we recommend that all Visa procedures are done priorto arrival in Qatar.How to get there? Qatar Airways• The National Carrier, Qatar Airways offers direct flights from Qatar to over 74 destinationsin 37 countries worldwide, also is one of the fastest growing Airline in the world.• Direct flights to Frankfurt, London, Paris, Munich, Rome, Vienna, Zurich, Singapore,Shanghai, Madrid, Osaka, etc…• More info, please visit www.qatarairways.comLIC_Sport_Department_2008 General_Regulations_QIRRCH2008_v3 20/01/2008

Embassies in Doha (Qatar)Page 32/44AlgeriaTel: +974 483 1186Fax: +974 483 6452BahrainTel: +974 483 9360Fax: +974 483 1018Online:alkaabi50@hotmail.comBangladeshTel: +974 467 1927Fax: +974 4671190Online:bdootqat@qatar.net.qaBelgiumTel: +974 493 1499Fax: +974 493 0151Online: doha@diplobel.beBosnia HerzegovinaTel: +974 467 0194Fax: +974 467 0595Online:www.bhembassyqatar.orgBrazilTel: +974 483 8812Fax: +974 483 8087Brunei DarusallamTel: +974 483 1956Fax: +974 4836798Online: bruemb@qatar.net.qaChinaTel: +974 493 4203Fax: +974 493 4201Online: chinashi@qatar.net.qaCubaTel: +974 411 0713Fax: +974 411 0387Online: www.embacubaqatar.comCyprusTel: +974 493 4390Fax: +974 493 3087Online:www.mfa.gov.cy/embassydohaThe Dominican republicTel: +974 411 3868Fax: +974 411 3267EgyptTel: +974 483 2115Fax: +974 483 2196FranceTel: +974 483 2283Fax: +974 483 2254Online: www.ambafranceqa.org.qaGermanyTel: +974 487 6959Fax: +974 487 6949Online: germany@qatar.net.qaHungaryTel: +974 493 2531Fax: +974 493 2537Online: www.huembdoh.org.qaIndiaTel: +974 467 2021Fax: +974 467 0448Online:www.indianembassy.gov.qaIndonesiaTel: +974 465 7945Fax: +974 465 7610Online: ineb@qatar.net.qaItalyTel: +974 483 1802Fax: +974 483 1909Online: ambasciata.doha@esteri.itJapanTel: +974 484 0888Fax: +974 483 2178Online: eojinfo1@qatar.net.qaJordanTel: +974 483 2202Fax: +974 483 2173Online: www.jordanembassy.com.qaKorea (Republic of)Tel: +974 483 2238Fax: +974 483 3264Online: koemb_qa@mofat.go.krKuwaitTel: +974 483 2111Fax: +974 483 2041LebanonTel: +974 493 3330Fax: +974 493 3331LibyaTel: +974 493 2556Fax: +974 483 9407MalaysiaTel: +974 483 6463/93Fax: +974 483 6453Online: maldoha@kln.gov.myMauritaniaTel: +974 483 6003Fax: +974 483 6015MoroccoTel: +974 483 1885Fax: +974 483 3416Online: moroccoe@yahoo.comNepalTel: +974 467 5681Fax: +974 467 5680Online: www.rnedoha.org.qaNetherlands (Holland)Tel: +974 495 4700Fax: +974 483 6340Online: doh@minbuza.nlOmanTel: +974 493 1910Fax: +974 493 2278PhilippinesTel: +974 483 1585Fax: +974 483 1595Online: dohape@yahoo.comPolandTel: +974 411 3230Fax: +974 411 0307Online: doha@ct.futuro.plRomaniaTel: +974 493 4848Fax: +974 493 4747Online: romamb@qatar.net.qaRussiaTel: +974 483 6231Fax: +974 483 6243Online: www.qatar.mid.ruSaudi ArabiaTel: +974 483 2030Fax: +974 483 2720South AfricaTel: +974 485 7111Fax: +974 483 5961Online: saembdoha@qatar.net.qaSpainTel: +974 483 5886Fax: +974 483 5887Online: emb.doha@mae.esSri LankaTel: +974 467 7627Fax: +974 467 4788Online: lankaemb@qatar.net.qaSyriaTel: +974 483 2409Fax: +974 483 2139ThailandTel: +974 455 0715Fax: +974 455 0835Online: thaidoh@qatar.net.qaTurkeyTel: +974 483 5204Fax: +974 483 5206Online: tcdohabe@qatar.netUnited Arab EmiratesTel: +974 483 8880Fax: +974 483 6186Online: emarat@qatar.net.qaUnited KingdomTel: +974 442 1991Fax: +974 443 8692Online: www.britishembassyco.gov.ukUnited States of AmericaTel: +974 488 4101Fax: +974 488 4298Online: www.qatar.usembassy.govVenezuelaTel: +974 493 2730Fax: +974 493 2729Online:Venezuela@embavenqatar.com.qaLIC_Sport_Department_2008 General_Regulations_QIRRCH2008_v3 20/01/2008

General DataPage 33/44• Full country name: State of Qataro Area: 11,400 sq kmo Population: 800,000o Capital City: Dohao Language: Arabic, English• Time: GMT + 3 hours• Dialing Code: 974• Electricity: 240v + 6% with frequency of 50 Hertz• Telephone: Qatar has direct dialing with 215 countries• Weights & measures: Metric• Currency: The official currency is the Qatari Riyal (QR). The Riyal exchange rate ispegged to the• US Dollar at QR 3,65• Location: Middle East, peninsula bordering the Persian Gulf and Saudi Arabia• Climate: Summer lasts from May to September, and temperatures at that time generallyaverage• 35°C (95°F), although it can get up to 50°C (122°F). The autumn/ winter months (November-April)are much milder with pleasant, cool eveningsSeasonal Weather Averages in DohaLIC_Sport_Department_2008 General_Regulations_QIRRCH2008_v3 20/01/2008

The Arabian PeninsulaPage 34/44The Circuit (Aerial view)LIC_Sport_Department_2008 General_Regulations_QIRRCH2008_v3 20/01/2008

Doha MapLosail International Circuit. 20 kms.Page 35/44LIC_Sport_Department_2008 General_Regulations_QIRRCH2008_v3 20/01/2008

The Circuit (General Layout)Page 36/44Track Data• Length: 5.380 meters• Width: 12 meters• Longest Straight: 1.068 meters• Total turns: 16• Right Corners: 10• Left Corners: 6Circuit General Information• Pit Garages: 40 (15x6 meters) with A/C & modern amenities• Team Offices: 82 (6x6 meters) with A/C & modern amenities• VIP Area: 2 independent areas with more that 900 sq. meters each• Press room: 200 seats for journalists• CCTV system: 23 cameras around the track• Time Keeping Service: available for our clients• Medical Center: available, in paddock area• Paddock Restaurant: open daily (Multi cuisine available)LIC_Sport_Department_2008 General_Regulations_QIRRCH2008_v3 20/01/2008

Paddock Information (Paddock layout)Page 37/44Team OfficeThe Losail International Circuit has 82 team offices, each measuring 6x6m, including 2AC units.The rent of a team office will include a basic package of:• 1 table ( 130 x 70)• 4 chairs• 1 clothes rack• 1 office binIf you require additional furniture, please refer to our attached price list for availability.Please inform us as soon as possible about extra needs, so we can ensure to accommodateyou.Services:• AC: All team offices of 6x6m are equipped with 2 AC units.• Power: The standard for electricity is 220/240 Volts in Qatar. If you require adaptorsor extension cables, you can rent them at the Paddock General Office.• Telecommunication: All teams shall apply for telephone lines through their nationalPTT to the Qatar National Telecom provider Qatar Telecom (Q-TEL).Handsets are available at the Losail International Circuit Paddock General Office.• Data: Data connection is provided free of charge for all teams and media. Ateam will be dedicated for connections support.Ethernet connection cables are available for sale at the Losail International CircuitPaddock General Office.LIC_Sport_Department_2008 General_Regulations_QIRRCH2008_v3 20/01/2008

Kitchen unitsPage 38/44The Losail International Circuit has also 6 kitchen units that can be rented.Each unit measuring 6x12m and includes:• 1 sink unit, 5 tables (200x100)• 20 chairs• 1x 42 liters bin• Cooking gas• Sink unit with running waterThere is no oven or cooking station available in the kitchen units!Services:• AC: All kitchen units are equipped with 3 AC units.• Power: The standard for electricity is 220/240 Volts in Qatar. If you require adaptorsor extension cables, you can rent them at the Paddock General Office.• Telecommunication: All teams shall apply for telephone lines through their nationalPTT to the Qatar National Telecom provider Qatar Telecom (Q-TEL).Handsets are available at the Losail International Circuit Paddock General Office.• RF/Video Feed: All kitchen units are supplied with television points for live feed(televisions are available for rent).Paddock RestaurantPlease refer to the Paddock layout.The Paddock Restaurant is located behind the Paddock General Office.The opening hours are from 8:00 to 18:00.La Pausa Cafeteria is open from 8:30 to 15:30.LIC_Sport_Department_2008 General_Regulations_QIRRCH2008_v3 20/01/2008

Page 39/44The restaurant serves a wide range of Italian cuisine, sandwiches, pastries, salads, softdrinks and desserts.Payment can be made by credit card (Visa / MasterCard only) or Qatari Riyals.The price range for a main course is between 20-30 USD per person.Pit GaragesPlease refer to the Paddock layout.The Losail International Circuit has 40 pit garages, each measuring15 x 6m with storagetent located in front of each garage.The pit garages include:• 2 AC units• 1 compressed air outlet (the standard fitting its ½ inch NPT thread, kindly bringyour own adaptors)• 1 outlet tap water• RF/Video feed• 1 42 liters garbage bin• 1 empty oil drumCheck in ProcedureLIC_Sport_Department_2008 General_Regulations_QIRRCH2008_v3 20/01/2008

Page 40/44A representative from each team may pick up one key for each office upon arrival at7:30 am. Furthermore the representative must also sign for the team office and itscontents, and leave a comprehensive deposit that will be returned after properhandover of the office. The comprehensive deposit will include:Euro.• 1 key for the team office and Pit Box. The deposit will be 100 USD, QR orCheck out ProcedureA representative can drop off the key for the team office and sign out at the PaddockGeneral Office at 17:30.The deposit will be refunded upon proper handover of the team office and rentedequipment.NOTE: Please kindly return TV, AC remotes while checking out.PaymentA 50% DOWN PAYMENT HAS TO BE MADE BY CASH OR BANK TRANSFER WITHIN ONEWEEK OF THE SIGNING OF THE RENTAL CONTRACT.The remaining 50% of the payment must be made upon arrival to avoid any conflicts.Payments at the circuit can be done by credit card (Visa/MasterCard) or cash(USD/QR).The balance due must be fully paid prior to the arrival at the circuit. Bank details below:Name: Qatar Motor & Motorcycle FederationBank: Qatar International Islamic BankAccount Number: 1111-009903-003Branch: Main BranchGrand Hamad Avenue, P.O. Box No. 664, Doha-QatarTelephone: +974 4385555, Fax No. +974 4444101,Telex No. 4161Swift Code: QIIBQAQAIt is very important to mention the team nameAND a contact person/phone number as a reference!!!Please, send a copy of the bank transfer via fax (+974 472 9246) or email(abdul.adam@circuitlosail.com) to the Attention of Mr. Abdulrahim AdamLIC_Sport_Department_2008 General_Regulations_QIRRCH2008_v3 20/01/2008

How to send freight?Page 41/44Refer to the attached manual regarding the logistics for freight. For further information,please contact the below persons:Gulf Agency QatarPO BOX 6534Doha – QatarTel: +974 5530671Attn. Mr. Imran ShaikhEmail: imran.shaikh@gacworld.comLosail International CircuitImran Khan - Operations ManagerTel: +974 5838661+974 5861430E-mail: imran.khan@circuitlosail.comLIC_Sport_Department_2008 General_Regulations_QIRRCH2008_v3 20/01/2008

Page 42/44Where to stay?HOTELS IN QATARFour Seasons Hotel DohaThe Corniche, P.O. Box 24665, DohaQatarTel: +974 494 8888Fax: +974 494 8282Sheraton Doha Hotel and Resortsheraton.doha@sheraton.comwww.sheraton-doha.comThe Ritz-Carlton, DohaPhone: +974 4848000Fax: +974 4848 484Email : redoha@qatar.net.qawww.ritzcarlton-doha.comMarriot Doha Gulf Hotelhttp://www.marriott.com/dpp/PropertyPage.asp?MarshaCode=DOHMC&EPCEC=InProcess&EPNAVCEC=InProcessPhone: +974 429 8888Fax: +974 4418784Email : Marriott@qatar.net.qawww.marriott-doha.comMovenpick Hotel & Resortshttp://www2.movenpick-hotels.com/hotels/default.aspPhone: +974 429 1111Fax: +974 429 1100Email : Hotel.doha@movenpick.comwww.movenpickdoha.comIntercontinental Dohahttp://doha.intercontinental.com/Phone: +974 484 4444Fax: +974 483 9555Ramada HotelPhone: +974 441 7417Fax: +974 441 0941Web : http://www.ramada-doha.com/Email: ramada@qatar.net.qaHotel SofitelPhone: +974 446 2222Fax: +974 443 9186Email : sofitel@qatar.net.qaWeb: http://www.sofitel-doha.com/Al Bustan Hotel http://www.qatarinfo.com/images/pics/al-bustan-hotel.jpgTelephone: +974 432 8888Fax: +974 443 6111Web page : http://www.qatar.net.qa/albustan/Email: albustan@qatar.net.qaRydges Plaza Hotel DohaTel : +974 4385444Fax : +974 4385445E-mail : reserration-doh@rydges.comURL : http://www.rydges.comAl Sadd Merweb HotelTel: +974 447 1111Fax: +974 447 1117E-Mail: info@merweb-hotel.comULR :www.merweb-hotel.comRegency HotelTel :+974 4363 363Fax :+974 4325 232E-mail : hcrgcncy@qatar.net.qaURL: www.hotel-Regency.comDoha Palace HotelTel: +974 4421 515Fax: +974 4321 515URL: www.qatarpal.com.qaE-mail: Qatarpal@hotmail.comQatar Palace HotelTel: +974 442 1515Fax: +974 432 1515Shezan HotelTel: +974 486 5225Fax: +974 486 5267ULR:http://www.freewebz.com/shezanhotel/index.htmTourist HotelTelephone: +974 432 1321Fax: +974 432 6326For more information on hotels in Qatar visit:www.experienceqatar.comLIC_Sport_Department_2008 General_Regulations_QIRRCH2008_v3 20/01/2008

RestaurantsPage 43/44Most of the fashionable and luxurious restaurants are located inside the hotels and clubs. Alarge number of good restaurants that suit every taste and budget are also available eitheron Al Sadd road or on Al Mirghab road, parallel to Al Sadd road. They include Arabian andAsian fast food and take away restaurants and cafes.ARABIC RESTAURANTSAl BatrossServes Lebanese and Western cuisine and known for its superior style. Tel. +974 4328888LayaliSituated in Salwa Road. Offers Lebanese food. Tel. +974 4819812Al KhaimaSituated in Al Sadd Street. Offers Arabian food in a cozy family atmosphere. Tel. +9744446962VeniceSituated in Al Sadd Street. Offers Lebanese and Western food. Tel. +974 4441750Assaha RestaurantSituated in Grand Hamad Street. Serves Lebanese dishes. Tel. +974 4355353Pirates CoveAn ideal place to enjoy a meal by the sea when the weather is good. It is located inside theperimeters of Doha Sheraton Hotel and Resort and it offers seafood, grills and some Thaidishes. Tel. +974 4854444Ras al-NasaaEastern side of Doha Corniche. Offers Arabian and Asian dishes. Tel. +974 4411177BalhambarSituated on Doha corniche overlooking a panoramic view of the Arabian gulf where seawaters surround it from three sides, this restaurant offers complete privacy and a unique experiencewith the Qatari heritage, culture and traditions. The restaurant is open for customersfrom 11:00 a.m to 12:00 p.m. Tel. +974 4837781ASIAN RESTAURANTSShebestanA fashionable Iranian restaurant with a distinguished interior decor. Situated in Al Sadd Street.Tel. +974 4321555ChingariTop class restaurant specializing in Indian food. Located at the ground floor of Ramada Hotel.Tel. +974 4417417Moon PalaceHigh quality restaurant specializing in Japanese and Korean food. Offers a special Asian atmosphere.Situated in Al Mirghab Street. Tel. +974 4329700Al Shatir AbbasOffers Iranian cuisine. Situated in Al Sadd Street. Tel. +974 4425377BukharaOffers Indian food. Located Next to the Tennis and Squash Complex Tel. +974 4833345WESTERN RESTAURANTSAl ShaheenAl Shaheen is located at the top floor of Doha Sheraton Hotel. The restaurant is one of themost prestigious and expensive places in Doha and it offers French and European cuisine.Tel. +974 4854444LIC_Sport_Department_2008 General_Regulations_QIRRCH2008_v3 20/01/2008

Page 44/44La VillaLocated on the 12th floor at Grand Mercure Hotel. La Villa offers excellent Mediterraneanfood. Tel. +974 4462222La VerandaAn Italian restaurant located inside the Doha Sheraton Hotel. Tel. +974 4854488MaximSituated on the first floor at Ramada Hotel. Tel. +974 4417417Car Rentals in DohaAbduallah Abdulghaniand Brother's+974 431 4469Al Muftah Rent-a-Car+974 442 6649Avis+974 466 7744Budget+974 468 5515Doha Rent-a-Car+974 435 4577Hertz+974 462 2891National Rent-a-Car+974 487 1995Thrifty Rent-a-Car+974 466 6655Europcar+974 466 0677Alfardan Automobiles+974 460 1177Manni Auto Rent+974 455 8640Prestige Rent-a-Car+974 483 8500LIC_Sport_Department_2008 General_Regulations_QIRRCH2008_v3 20/01/2008