1000 Miglia Prepares For Middle East Debut In UAE

The 1000 Miglia, also known as The Most Beautiful Race in the World, is proud to announce its inaugural experience in the Middle East. Set to take place in the UAE from 5th to 9th December 2021, the event is open to a select 100 owners of landmark automobiles, from legendary classics to iconic supercars of the modern era. Over the course of five thrilling days, participants will cross all seven Emirates, driving their cars against the clock while enjoying their cars, the company of fellow attendees, and the finest hospitality.

The 1000 Miglia is widely recognized as the Most Beautiful Race in the World. Conceived by Giovanni Canestrini, Franco Mazzotti, Aymo Maggi, and Renzo Castagneto on 2nd December 1926 as a speed race on open public roads, the 1000 Miglia takes place over a route of 1,600 kilometers (equal to 1000 miles) from Brescia to Rome and back. The initial race began on 26th March 1927; 21 hours, 4 minutes, and 48 seconds later it was won by Ferdinando Minoja and Giuseppe Morandi in a Brescia-built OM 665 Superba.

For the 1000 Miglia Experience UAE 2021, three classes of vehicles will be accepted:

• 1000 Miglia Era Class: this exclusive class for cars that took part – or completed the entry – in one of the editions held from 1927 to 1957. Registration in the Registro 1000 Miglia is compulsory.
• Post-1000 Miglia Era Class: this class includes sports cars, grand touring, and supercars built from 1958 to 1971 (the founding date of the UAE)
• Supercar 1000 Miglia Travelling Collection Class: this class is dedicated to owners of the latest supercars and hypercars and reflect the UAE’s passion and appetite for these ultimate dream machines

Alia Al Hammadi, Vice Chairman of the UAE Government Media Office, said: “As the backdrop to the most beautiful race in the world, the Mille Miglia, the Emirates provides an unforgettable experience. We at the Emirates Nation Brand Office are delighted to be working together with Octanium and Mille Miglia to ensure that, truly, we show the world that the impossible is possible.” Alia Al Hammadi, deputy chair of the UAE Government Media Office.

Octanium CEO Martin Halder said, “This event is the result of three-year labor of love to bring the world’s finest classic motor race to the most exciting region in the world. With vintage cars side-by-side with the latest hypercars, we expect the participants to have a truly unparalleled experience. For the members of the public, the sight of these amazing machines will be a spectacular sight, the perfect birthday present to the United Arab Emirates on the occasion of its 50th birthday. And this is only the beginning – our target is not only establishing this event on an annual basis but fuelling the passion for classic and collectors’ cars by offering an outstanding range of services and experiences to enjoy this passion as effortlessly as possible.”

The preliminary event route is as follows:

5th December, Sunday, Leg 1: Abu Dhabi to Dubai

6th December, Monday, Leg 2: Dubai to Jebel Hafeet, Al Ain

7th December, Tuesday, Leg 3: Jebel Hafeet, Al Ain to Fujairah

8th December, Wednesday, Leg 4: Fujairah to Jebel Jais, Ras Al Khaimah

9th December, Thursday, Leg 5: Jebel Jais to UAQ, Ajman, to Abu Dhabi